What role did CPG Consultants play in the Kranji land clearing?

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CPG Consultants' Role in the Kranji Land Clearing Incident

CPG Consultants, a firm involved in the Kranji land clearing incident, had employees facing criminal charges. Specifically, Tan See Chee, who held the position of a qualified person and superintending officer of the contracts at CPG Consultants, was charged with five offences. Additionally, a fourth employee from CPG Consultants, Jimmy Liu Wing Tim, a superintending officer’s representative, was also slated for charges but failed to appear in court following a recent operation.
Charges Filed Against CPG Consultants Personnel

Tan See Chee, a 64-year-old employee of CPG Consultants, was among those brought before the court. He was charged with five counts under the Parks and Trees Act. These charges relate to conspiring with others to cut trees with a girth exceeding one metre on vacant land without the necessary approval from the Commissioner of Parks and Recreation. This action ultimately led to the felling of 362 such trees by JTC's contractor, Huationg Contractor, before January 13 of the previous year.
Additional Charges and Case Adjournment

Jimmy Liu Wing Tim, identified as a superintending officer’s representative at CPG Consultants, was also scheduled to face charges. However, he did not attend the court proceedings due to a recent hospital operation. The cases involving Tan See Chee and Jimmy Liu Wing Tim, along with those of two JTC Corporation officers, were adjourned to May 23. This adjournment allows for further proceedings in relation to the unauthorised clearing of the forest parcel.
Potential Penalties for Offences

Individuals convicted of cutting trees with a girth exceeding one metre on vacant land or within a tree conservation area without approval face potential fines of up to S$50,000. Those found guilty of producing false documents to secure approval from the Commissioner are liable for fines up to S$30,000. Furthermore, any conviction under the Wildlife Act for hindering the Director-General could result in a jail term of up to 12 months, a fine of up to S$10,000, or both.

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