The Big Story Ep 106: What are my legal rights if safe distancing officers show up at my home?

6:24 mins

Synopsis: This is a special episode of The Straits Times' video series The Big Story, hosted by Hairianto Diman and Olivia Quay.

There has been chatter online, following news that safe distancing enforcement officers can enter, inspect and search premises including residences without a warrant, in order to check whether Covid-19 regulations are being complied with.

Earlier this week, actor Nick Mikhail, posted videos on Instagram, questioning why people from the Urban Redevelopment Authority and police officers could enter his home on July 31st without a warrant or court order.

Produced by: Hairianto Diman (mdhairi@sph.com.sg) & Olivia Quay (oliviaq@sph.com.sg)

Edited by: ST Video team and Penelope Lee

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The Big Story Ep 106: What are my legal rights if safe distancing officers show up at my home?
6:24 mins
Synopsis: This is a special episode of The Straits Times' video series The Big Story, hosted by Hairianto Diman and Olivia Quay.
There has been chatter online, following news that safe distancing enforcement officers can enter, inspect and search premises including residences without a warrant, in order to check whether Covid-19 regulations are being complied with.
Earlier this week, actor Nick Mikhail, posted videos on Instagram, questioning why people from the Urban Redevelopment Authority and police officers could enter his home on July 31st without a warrant or court order.
Produced by: Hairianto Diman (<a href="mailto:mdhairi@sph.com.sg">mdhairi@sph.com.sg</a>) &amp; Olivia Quay (<a href="mailto:oliviaq@sph.com.sg">oliviaq@sph.com.sg</a>)
Edited by: ST Video team and Penelope Lee
Discover The Straits Times Videos:&nbsp;<a href="https://str.sg/JPrc">https://str.sg/JPrc</a>
Discover ST podcasts:
Channel:&nbsp;<a href="https://str.sg/JWVR">https://str.sg/JWVR</a>
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Feedback to:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:podcast@sph.com.sg">podcast@sph.com.sg</a>&nbsp;
Follow Hairianto Diman on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/iamhairianto/?hl=en">https://www.instagram.com/iamhairianto/?hl=en</a>
Follow Olivia Quay on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/oliviaquayhere/?hl=en">https://www.instagram.com/oliviaquayhere/?hl=en</a>
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Produced by podcast editor Ernest Luis & The Straits Times, SPH Media Trust.

Synopsis: Our ALL-IN-ONE channel showcases our discussions on Singapore youth perspectives and social issues, geopolitics through an Asian lens, health, climate change, money, career, sports, pop culture and music. 
Follow our shows on your favourite audio apps Apple Podcasts, Spotify or even ST's app, which has a dedicated podcast player section.
Produced by podcast editor Ernest Luis &amp; The Straits Times, SPH Media Trust.

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