Article 6 Inviolability of premises

The premises of the GIGO have the like inviolability as, in accordance with the 1961 Convention Articles^f1, is accorded in respect of the premises of a diplomatic mission.

Subject to paragraphs (3) and (4), any person having the authority to enter any place under any legal provision must not exercise that authority in respect of the premises of the GIGO except with the consent, or at the request, of the Chief Executive.

The consent or request referred to in paragraph (2) may be subject to compliance with such conditions as may be imposed by the Chief Executive.

For the purpose of paragraph (2), permission may be presumed in the event of a fire or other emergency that requires prompt protective action, or where a public authority has reason to believe that such a fire or other emergency has occurred, or is about to occur, in the premises of the GIGO.