The secrecy of the ballot is a pillar of democratic integrity — a guarantee that every citizen can vote without fear or influence. 

As Singapore heads to the polls on May 3, some might be wondering: “Is my vote really secret?”

From serial numbers on ballot papers to sealed boxes under police escort and months-long storage in the Supreme Court, the process is designed to be secure — but does this also raise complex questions about transparency, accountability, and trust?

How secret is your vote, really?

On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Dr Rebecca Grace Tan, Lecturer in Political Science at the National University of Singapore to find out more. 



Presented by: Hongbin Jeong

Produced and Edited by: Hongbin Jeong and Nadiah Koh (nadkoh@sph.com.sg) 

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The secrecy of the ballot is a pillar of democratic integrity &mdash; a guarantee that every citizen can vote without fear or influence.&nbsp;
As Singapore heads to the polls on May 3, some might be wondering: &ldquo;Is my vote really secret?&rdquo;
From serial numbers on ballot papers to sealed boxes under police escort and months-long storage in the Supreme Court, the process is designed to be secure &mdash; but does this also raise complex questions about transparency, accountability, and trust?
How secret is your vote, really?
On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Dr Rebecca Grace Tan, Lecturer in Political Science at the National University of Singapore to find out more.&nbsp; 
Presented by: Hongbin Jeong
Produced and Edited by: Hongbin Jeong and Nadiah Koh (<a href="mailto:nadkoh@sph.com.sg">nadkoh@sph.com.sg</a>)&nbsp;
Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!

Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong is your 4–8pm drive companion,

Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong is your 4–8pm drive companion, guiding you through the day’s biggest headlines, trending conversations and the issues shaping Singapore and the world.

From news and current affairs to lifestyle insights and generational perspectives, the show helps you make sense of what’s happening — with clarity, context and a touch of personality.

Whether you’re catching up after a long day or tuning in on the move, Your Way Home keeps you informed, engaged and connected — all the way home.

And she closes the day with a song that says it all.

Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong is your 4&ndash;8pm drive companion, guiding you through the day&rsquo;s biggest headlines, trending conversations and the issues shaping Singapore and the world.
From news and current affairs to lifestyle insights and generational perspectives, the show helps you make sense of what&rsquo;s happening &mdash; with clarity, context and a touch of personality.
Whether you&rsquo;re catching up after a long day or tuning in on the move, Your Way Home keeps you informed, engaged and connected &mdash; all the way home.
And she closes the day with a song that says it all.