Statute Details
- Title: Requisition of Resources (No. 2) Order 2026
- Act Code: RRA1985-S112-2026
- Legislation Type: Subsidiary legislation (SL)
- Status: Current version as at 27 Mar 2026
- Authorising Act: Requisition of Resources Act 1985
- Enacting Formula (Power Source): Powers conferred by section 2 of the Requisition of Resources Act 1985
- Date of requisition / Operational date: Part 3 of the Act to come into and remain in operation on 14 March 2026
- Date made: 8 January 2026
- Maker: Minister for Defence (signed by Permanent Secretary (Defence Development), Ministry of Defence)
- Singapore Legalisation Citation: SL 112/2026 (No. S 112)
What Is This Legislation About?
The Requisition of Resources (No. 2) Order 2026 is a Singapore subsidiary instrument made under the Requisition of Resources Act 1985 (“the Act”). In plain language, it is a legal mechanism that activates a specific part of the Act—namely Part 3—for a defined period and purpose.
Although the Order itself is brief, its practical effect is significant: it brings into force the statutory powers and procedures contained in Part 3 of the Act starting on 14 March 2026. Those powers are designed to enable the State, particularly in defence or national contingency contexts, to secure access to resources when required.
For practitioners, the key point is that this Order does not operate in isolation. It functions as a “switch” that turns on the operational provisions of Part 3 of the Act. Understanding what Part 3 contains (and how it interacts with other parts of the Act) is essential for advising clients—especially businesses, suppliers, and persons potentially affected by requisitioning or related obligations.
What Are the Key Provisions?
Section 1 (Citation) identifies the instrument as the Requisition of Resources (No. 2) Order 2026. This is a standard provision used to confirm the formal name of the subsidiary legislation.
Section 2 (Date of requisition) is the operative provision. It states that the provisions of Part 3 of the Act are to come into and remain in operation on 14 March 2026. The drafting indicates that once Part 3 is activated on that date, it continues to operate (at least until further legal action or expiry as provided under the Act’s framework).
Importantly, the Order is made on 8 January 2026, meaning the legal activation date (14 March 2026) is in the future at the time the Order is issued. This lead time is consistent with the administrative and operational planning that requisition regimes typically require—such as identifying resources, coordinating with agencies, and preparing notices or arrangements.
Finally, the Enacting Formula confirms the legal basis: the Minister for Defence makes the Order in exercise of the powers conferred by section 2 of the Requisition of Resources Act 1985. This signals that the Minister’s authority is statutory and that the Order’s validity depends on compliance with the conditions and scope of section 2 of the Act. For legal review, counsel should therefore treat section 2 of the Act as the “gateway” provision that authorises activation of Part 3.
How Is This Legislation Structured?
The Order is structured as a short subsidiary instrument with two main provisions:
(1) Citation (Section 1), and (2) Date of requisition (Section 2). There are no additional parts or detailed schedules in the extract provided.
From a practitioner’s perspective, the structure is best understood as an activation instrument rather than a self-contained requisition code. The Order’s structure points you back to the Requisition of Resources Act 1985, particularly Part 3, which contains the substantive operational rules. In other words, the Order supplies the “when” (the commencement and continuation of Part 3), while the Act supplies the “what” (the powers, duties, and legal consequences).
The document also includes administrative and procedural elements typical of Singapore subsidiary legislation—such as the status/version information, the legalisation citation (SL 112/2026), and the signature block identifying the responsible authority.
Who Does This Legislation Apply To?
This Order applies indirectly to persons and entities affected by the powers in Part 3 of the Requisition of Resources Act 1985. While the Order itself does not list categories of affected parties, requisition regimes generally target resources that may be needed by the State. In practice, this can include suppliers, manufacturers, service providers, and other holders of relevant goods, services, or capabilities.
Because the Order activates Part 3, the scope of applicability depends on how Part 3 defines the relevant “resources” and the mechanisms for requisitioning. For legal advice, counsel should examine Part 3 closely to determine: (i) who may be requisitioned, (ii) what forms requisition can take, (iii) what notices or directives are required, and (iv) what rights of affected persons exist (for example, compensation, review, or compliance procedures).
As a matter of statutory interpretation, the Order’s effect is prospective from 14 March 2026 (for the activation of Part 3). Therefore, obligations under Part 3 would typically arise once Part 3 is in operation, subject to any further conditions in the Act.
Why Is This Legislation Important?
Even though the Order is brief, it is legally and operationally consequential. By bringing Part 3 of the Act into force, it enables the State to use the requisition powers contained in that Part. For businesses and legal practitioners, this can affect contractual planning, supply chain readiness, and risk management—particularly where customers or government agencies may require resources during contingency periods.
From an enforcement and compliance standpoint, the Order provides a clear date—14 March 2026—from which Part 3 operates. That clarity matters for advising clients on timing: when internal compliance steps should be implemented, when contingency arrangements should be activated, and when legal counsel should be prepared to respond to requisition notices or related administrative actions.
Additionally, the Order’s status as “current version as at 27 Mar 2026” indicates that practitioners should rely on the latest consolidated text when advising. While the extract shows no amendments, version control is still important in Singapore’s legislative system, particularly where future orders (e.g., “No. 3” or subsequent amendments) may alter the activation dates or the legal landscape.
Finally, the Order underscores the broader national legal architecture: subsidiary legislation can be used to operationalise statutory powers without the need for a full legislative amendment each time. This is a common approach in defence and emergency-related legal frameworks, balancing legal certainty (through published orders) with administrative flexibility.
Related Legislation
- Requisition of Resources Act 1985 (authorising Act; particularly Part 3)
- Requisition of Resources (No. 2) Order 2026 (SL 112/2026) — the activation instrument
- Legislation Timeline / Revisions (for version verification and amendment history)
Source Documents
This article provides an overview of the Requisition of Resources (No. 2) Order 2026 for legal research and educational purposes. It does not constitute legal advice. Readers should consult the official text for authoritative provisions.