The Subordinate Courts Complex
In 1972, the Singapore Government called for tenders for the construction of the Subordinate Courts Havelock Square Complex. Construction began in 1973 and cost about S$13 million. It was completed in 1975 and most of the courts moved into the new building. The complex was initially built for 26 courtrooms but the courts’ jurisdiction broadened over the years and the number of courtrooms increased accordingly. However, the Small Claims Tribunal at Apollo Centre did not make the move to Havelock Square Complex until year 2005.
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