200 YEARS OF S'PORE POLICE FORCE

The Singapore Police Force will celebrate its bicentennial this year. The force has been through thick and thin over the years, and is key in preserving the peace and security that Singapore is known for. Colours are presented by the Head of State and are used in military traditions. However, it is not uncommon for police forces worldwide to have their own police colours which bear the police insignia on the state flag and paraded during auspicious events. For a start, the police state colours could be paraded at this year's National Day Parade to honour the team's significant contributions to Singapore.

Nelson Tan

MASKS FOR CONSTRUCTION WORKERS

There is so much construction work taking place everywhere and when I see the labourers, I wonder why they do not use face masks to protect themselves from breathing in toxic fumes and particles from construction debris, like tar.

The authorities should make it compulsory for labourers to be provided with a new face mask daily.

It is a cost that the construction firms must bear in the interest of safety, such as with helmets.

Florence Veronica Minjoot