 Article 14 ( 2 ) ( a ) of the Constitution recognizes that certain restrictions on speech and expression are necessary in the public interest . It states that Parliament may by law impose restrictions on the right to freedom of speech and expression " as it considers necessary or expedient in the interest of the security of Singapore or any part thereof , friendly relations with other countries , public order or morality and restrictions designed to protect the privileges of Parliament or to provide against contempt of court , defamation or incitement to any offence " . 
