Police issue security and traffic advisory for Nomination Day

SINGAPORE — Members of the public are advised against taking bags or flying drones at the nomination centre during Nomination Day for the Presidential Election on Wednesday, the police said yesterday. Those who carry bags and other belongings into the centre, which has been designated as the People’s Association headquarters at 9 King George’s Avenue, will be subject to security checks.

Members of the public should also not display placards, flags or banners in support of any candidate in the nomination centre before the close of nomination proceedings, which will commence at 11am. They are encouraged to take public transport to the nomination centre and arrive after the centre opens at 10am. Only vehicles with approved decals will be allowed to enter and park within the centre.

“The police will monitor the law and order situation closely, and will not hesitate to take action against any person who is unruly or who commits any offence at the nomination centre,” said its advisory.