Cap. 399 Art. 31AHarmful interference caused by radiocommunicati ons apparatus.

(1) Radiocommunications apparatus shall only be used in a manner so as to effectively use and support the efficient use of radio spectrum in order to avoid harmful interference.

(2) The Authority may authorise a public body established at law to install or use radiocommunications apparatus capable of causing deliberate interference. Any such apparatus shall be used exclusively to satisfy exigencies of defence, public security requirements, including the securing or maintaining security or good order and discipline in correctional or detention institutions, however so described: Provided that no such authorisation shall be required in cases of manifest urgency which may cause a threat to public security or public safety.

(3) An authorisation granted by the Authority under this article shall not in any manner constitute an authorisation to legally intercept communications.

(4) In granting an authorisation in accordance with this article, the Authority shall establish any technical and operational conditions which it deems appropriate to safeguard the integrity of public electronic communications networks and, or services, including radiodetermination.

(5) An authorisation granted under this article shall be in writing.