Your Guide to Singapore's GE2025: Election Rallies & Polling Day
Singapore's General Election 2025 is underway! After a COVID-19 enforced hiatus, election rallies have returned with a bang, featuring passionate speeches and lively debates. This guide covers everything you need to know, from finding your constituency to casting your vote.
What Happens at Singapore Election Rallies?
Election rallies are where political parties showcase their candidates and policies. Expect rousing speeches, promises of a better future, and detailed outlines of party platforms. Rallies in GE2025 have seen high-profile figures like Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and Workers' Party chief Pritam Singh addressing key concerns, such as the cost of living and economic uncertainty. Attendees are encouraged to use public transport due to expected large crowds and parking restrictions.
Finding Your Constituency
With changes to electoral boundaries, it's crucial to know your constituency. The Elections Department's Electoral Division Enquiry website allows you to easily find this information using your address. Remember to check! Boundaries have shifted, with new GRCs and SMCs created.
How to Vote
Voting in Singapore is compulsory for eligible citizens aged 21 and above. You'll receive a poll card in the mail a few days after Nomination Day (April 23rd, 2025). Alternatively, access your ePoll card via the Singpass mobile app or the Elections Department website. Polling Day is May 3rd, and it's a public holiday. Employers are legally obligated to provide reasonable time off for employees to vote.
Key Dates:
- April 23rd: Nomination Day
- May 2nd: Cooling-Off Day
- May 3rd: Polling Day
Beyond the Basics:
Recent rallies have sparked discussions about the scope of issues raised. While "bread and butter" issues are central, some candidates have addressed broader global concerns, leading to engaging public debate. Remember to be informed, stay respectful, and exercise your right to vote!
Ready to participate? Find your polling station, check your registration status, and make your voice heard! Learn more at the Elections Department Singapore website.
