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18 (2) However, the period required by subsection (1)(b) to be specified in an activation order must not be longer than the period specified in section 10(2).

Duration of activation order

10.—(1) Subject to subsection (2) or a revocation under section 8(4) by the Minister, an activation order has effect during the period—
 * (a) starting when it is given to the Commissioner, or at the later time specified in the activation order where so specified; and
 * (b) ending at the time specified in that activation order.

(2) The period an activation order has effect must not exceed one month.

(3) However, the cessation of an activation order having effect (whether or not by revocation) does not prevent a further activation order being made and given by the Minister if the Minister is satisfied that the circumstances warrant it under section 8. PART 3 SPECIAL AUTHORISATIONS Special authorisation by Commissioner

11.—(1) Where the Commissioner is given an activation order because of a serious incident or threatened serious incident in an area or place in Singapore, the Commissioner may, during the period the activation order has effect, grant in accordance with this Part a special authorisation to a police officer for the exercise by the officer of special powers as will substantially assist in all or any of the following:
 * (a) preventing the occurrence of the serious incident;
 * (b) reducing the impact of the serious incident, or the threatened serious incident, on the health or safety of the public or on property in the area or place;