Singapore’s Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRA) will appoint Tan Sin Heng Daniel, currently the nation’s Traffic Police Commander, as its new chief executive on June 2, succeeding Teo Chun Ching, the Ministry of Home Affairs said.
Teo, 52, who also serves as deputy commissioner of police (policy), will step down from the role on the same day. His tenure saw the transformation of the former Casino Regulatory Authority into the GRA in 2022, expanding oversight from casinos to all forms of gambling under a unified regulatory framework.
According to MHA, the restructuring was accompanied by the introduction of the Gambling Control Act, which replaced several earlier laws and enabled more flexible and responsive regulation. Teo also led efforts to strengthen the authority’s digital and data capabilities, enhance system security, and develop advanced analytics to support policies addressing problem gambling and financial crime risks.
Under his leadership, the GRA worked with the ministry to implement amendments to the Casino Control Act in 2024, aimed at modernizing regulatory oversight and ensuring long-term resilience in the sector.
Tan, 54, brings experience from several senior roles within MHA. He previously served as deputy commissioner of policy and transformation at the Singapore Prison Service and as director of planning and organization at the Singapore Police Force.
As Traffic Police Commander, Tan oversaw legislative changes to improve road safety, including updates to the demerit points system and expanded requirements for speed limiters in heavy vehicles. He also led the adoption of technology, including AI-enabled analytics and electric patrol vehicles, to enhance enforcement capabilities.
The leadership transition follows a broader reshaping of the GRA, including the recent appointment of former police commissioner Hoong Wee Teck as chairman, underscoring continued alignment between Singapore’s law enforcement and gambling regulatory frameworks.
