Denise Phua Lay Peng (Chinese: 潘丽萍; pinyin: Pān Lìpíng;[1] born 9 December 1959)[2] is a Singaporean politician who has been serving as Mayor of Central Singapore District since 2014.

Prior to entering politics, she is a full-time special needs volunteer after working in the private sector for two decades.

[15] In four years, enrolment increased tenfold[17] and the school attracted media attention for its impact on students.

[10] In the 2006 general election, she was fielded as a PAP candidate in Jalan Besar GRC, which was contested by the Singapore Democratic Alliance.

[18] During the election campaign, she promised to make Singapore a more inclusive society by representing disabled people and special needs communities.

[18] In July 2006, the PAP formed a workgroup, headed by Phua, to explore initiatives to improve the financial security of disabled and special needs children.

[20] Phua also led a committee that drew up a five-year plan to improve services for special needs children.