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‘We will consider closing schools’ — Desmond Lee says MOE may postpone exams if haze PSI forecast exceeds 300 in Singapore
Summary by The Singapore Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Nick Karean , as published by The Independent Singapore
· October 11, 2026
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Summary Education Minister Desmond Lee said schools may close and national examinations may be postponed if the next-day 24-hour PSI forecast exceeds 300. Lessons and national examinations will continue in enclosed venues with air purifiers while schools prepare to step up safety measures. School...
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Key points Lessons and national examinations will continue in enclosed venues with air purifiers while schools prepare to step up safety measures. Summary Education Minister Desmond Lee said schools may close and national examinations may be postponed if the next-day 24-hour PSI forecast exceeds 300.
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