Government agencies can disclose some personal data in 'certain cases of public interest'

The Smart Nation and Digital Government Office has said that Singapore law allows public disclosure of some personal information in certain cases of public interest. It was responding to a recent case in which the CPF Board revealed Ms Sua Li Li's identity online. The Digital Government Office said such disclosure is permitted as the government has a duty to preserve public trust and ensure citizens are not misled. In this case, it was done to convey verifiable facts and allow people to challenge the government's account, if necessary.

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