Section 19: Interception of postal articles in emergencies.

(1) On the occurrence of public emergency or in the interest of public safety or tranquillity, the Minister may, by order in writing, direct that a postal article or class or description of postal article be intercepted or detained or be delivered to an officer of the Government mentioned in the order or be disposed of in such manner as the Minister may direct.
(2) If any doubt arises as to the existence of a public emergency or as to whether an act done under subsection (1) of this section was in the interest of public safety or tranquillity, a certificate signed by the Minister charged with responsibility for matters relating to public safety and public order shall be conclusive proof of the point.