Statute Details
- Title: Requisition of Resources Order 2022
- Act Code: RRA1985-S630-2022
- Legislation Type: Subsidiary legislation (SL)
- Authorising Act: Requisition of Resources Act 1985
- Enacting Authority: Minister for Defence
- Enacting Formula (Power Source): Powers conferred by section 2 of the Requisition of Resources Act 1985
- Order Citation: No. S 630
- SL Number: SL 630/2022
- Date Made: 16 July 2022
- Commencement / Date of Requisition: Provisions of Part 3 of the Act to come into and remain in operation on 28 July 2022
- Status: Current version as at 27 Mar 2026
- Key Operational Effect: Activates Part 3 of the Requisition of Resources Act 1985 for a specified period beginning 28 July 2022
What Is This Legislation About?
The Requisition of Resources Order 2022 is a short but operationally significant piece of Singapore subsidiary legislation. In essence, it “turns on” a specific part of the Requisition of Resources Act 1985—namely Part 3—so that the legal machinery for requisitioning resources can be used from a particular date.
Requisitioning legislation is typically designed for national preparedness. When circumstances require it, the State may need to secure access to resources (such as goods, services, or other assets) quickly and lawfully. The Order does not itself set out the detailed requisition powers; instead, it activates the relevant provisions already contained in the parent Act. This approach allows the legal framework to remain in place while enabling the Government to commence the operational provisions when needed.
From a practitioner’s perspective, the key point is that the Order is not merely procedural. By specifying that Part 3 of the Act “come into and remain in operation” on 28 July 2022, it triggers the substantive requisition regime for the period contemplated by the Act’s structure and the terms of Part 3.
What Are the Key Provisions?
Section 1 (Citation) provides the formal name of the instrument: the “Requisition of Resources Order 2022.” While this is standard legislative drafting, it matters for referencing, searching, and citing the instrument in legal documents and correspondence.
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 28 July 2022.” This language performs two legal functions:
- Commencement: It fixes the date on which Part 3 becomes effective.
- Continuing operation: It indicates that Part 3 is not a one-day activation; rather, it is intended to remain in operation from that date, subject to how the parent Act governs duration, termination, or further orders.
Because the extract provided contains only sections 1 and 2, the Order itself is extremely concise. However, the legal consequences are determined by the content of Part 3 of the Requisition of Resources Act 1985. In practice, a lawyer advising a government agency, a company, or an affected individual must read the Order together with Part 3 to understand:
- who may exercise requisition powers (and under what authority);
- what categories of “resources” can be requisitioned;
- what procedural steps must be followed (notices, directions, documentation);
- what obligations are imposed on persons or entities whose resources are requisitioned;
- what compensation or other remedies may apply; and
- how disputes, appeals, or enforcement actions are handled.
Enacting formula and authority confirm that the Minister for Defence made the Order in exercise of powers under section 2 of the Act. This is important for validity and administrative law analysis. If a requisition action is later challenged, one of the first questions will be whether the enabling power was properly invoked and whether the Order was made by the correct authority. The Order’s enacting formula provides the legal basis for that authority.
Finally, the “Made on 16 July 2022” date indicates that the instrument was signed and issued before the commencement date of 28 July 2022. This timing is relevant for compliance planning: affected parties may need to prepare for the possibility of requisition once the Order is published, even if the operative provisions begin later.
How Is This Legislation Structured?
The Requisition of Resources Order 2022 is structured as a very short subsidiary instrument with two sections:
- Section 1 (Citation): identifies the Order.
- Section 2 (Date of requisition): specifies the commencement and continuing operation of Part 3 of the Requisition of Resources Act 1985 on 28 July 2022.
Although the Order itself contains only these provisions, it is best understood as a “switch” that activates a larger statutory framework. The detailed requisition powers, procedural requirements, and legal effects are located in the parent Act—particularly Part 3. Therefore, the structure of the overall legal regime is layered:
- Parent Act: provides the substantive requisition law.
- Order: determines when the relevant Part becomes operative.
Who Does This Legislation Apply To?
The Order applies to the extent that it activates Part 3 of the Requisition of Resources Act 1985. While the extract does not specify categories of persons, requisition legislation typically affects persons and entities that control or provide “resources” within the scope of the Act. This can include suppliers, operators, service providers, and other stakeholders whose assets or capabilities may be requisitioned for public or defence purposes.
In practical terms, the Order is relevant to any party that may be subject to requisition directions under Part 3 once it is in operation. Lawyers should therefore advise clients not only on whether the Order exists, but also on whether the factual circumstances and the statutory definitions in Part 3 could bring the client within the requisition regime.
Why Is This Legislation Important?
Although the Requisition of Resources Order 2022 is brief, it is important because it has the potential to trigger coercive State powers. Requisitioning regimes are designed to ensure continuity of essential resources during emergencies or periods of heightened national need. The legal significance lies in the fact that the Order activates a specific Part of the Act, thereby enabling the State to impose obligations on affected parties.
From an enforcement and compliance standpoint, the “come into and remain in operation” language means that the requisition framework is not merely theoretical. Once Part 3 is operative from 28 July 2022, affected parties should assume that requisition directions may be issued in accordance with Part 3’s procedures and requirements. This has implications for corporate planning, contractual arrangements, and operational readiness—particularly for businesses that supply goods or services that could be considered “resources” under the Act.
From a legal risk perspective, the Order also matters for validity and timing. If a requisition action is taken after the commencement date, the government will likely rely on the Order to establish that Part 3 was in force. Conversely, if a requisition action is taken before the commencement date, affected parties may challenge the legality of the action on the basis that the relevant Part had not yet come into operation. Therefore, the commencement date specified in section 2 is a critical anchor for any dispute about legality, notice, or compliance.
Finally, because the instrument is a subsidiary legislation made under an enabling provision, it is susceptible to legal scrutiny. Practitioners should consider whether the enabling power was properly exercised, whether the correct authority made the Order, and whether the requisition process complied with the substantive requirements in Part 3. The Order is the gateway; Part 3 is where most of the actionable legal standards will be found.
Related Legislation
- Requisition of Resources Act 1985 (including Part 3)
- Legislation Timeline (to confirm the correct version and commencement context)
Source Documents
This article provides an overview of the Requisition of Resources Order 2022 for legal research and educational purposes. It does not constitute legal advice. Readers should consult the official text for authoritative provisions.