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Singapore open to considering chemical castration for sex offenders if proven effective: Shanmugam
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· September 8, 2026
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Key points The minister's statement suggests that the approach to dealing with sex offenders is being explored. Law and Home Affairs Minister Shanmugam has expressed openness to considering chemical castration for sex offenders.
Law and Home Affairs Minister Shanmugam has expressed openness to considering chemical castration for sex offenders. This option would be on the table if it is proven to be effective.
Further details on this development are available from the source. The minister's statement suggests that the approach to dealing with sex offenders is being explored.
The consideration of chemical castration as a potential measure is an indication that various options are being looked into to address the issue of sex offenders.
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Category: Local Published: September 8, 2026 Source: CNA Reading time: 1 min
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