They can speak on any topic, so long as they avoid speeches that will incite feelings of hostility between racial or religious groups. All a speaker needs to do is to register his intention to speak at the Kreta Ayer Neighbourhood Police Post, which is next to the Speakers' Corner, and show his identity card or passport to prove his citizenship. Approval will be granted on the spot. As with London's Hyde Park, there will be no limit on the number of speakers or the length of speeches.
Speakers can also debate with spectators.
Speakers can speak in any of the four official languages or in dialect but will not enjoy immunity from Singapore laws. For example, if they make slanderous remarks, they can be sued for defamation. Hong Lim Park was chosen because it is near the business district and Chinatown, where many people pass through. It is also a suitable venue because the park has been used for political rallies and speeches. The Government ruled out places such as the Padang, the Civic Plaza at Ngee Ann City and Bras Basah Park for reasons such as inaccessibility, interference with sporting and commercial activities and future redevelopment.