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New govt unit dealing with severe noise, hoarding cases begins pilot in Tampines

The Straits Times

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April 09, 2025

The new Community Relations Unit (CRU), comprising officers with investigatory and enforcement powers to intervene in severe noise and hoarding cases, has begun its one-year pilot in Tampines.

-  Isabelle Liew

New govt unit dealing with severe noise, hoarding cases begins pilot in Tampines

The unit will complement other efforts aimed at maintaining harmonious living, said Senior Minister of State for National Development Sim Ann in a Facebook post on April 7.

The initial team has 15 full-time officers.

CRU officers will step in when alerted if a noise dispute remains unresolved despite efforts at mediation by Housing Board or other front-line officers.

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