Benedict signed 'no-tweeting' order before stepping aside

on 02/03/2013 09:12:02

It has emerged that one of Pope Benedict's final acts in charge at the Vatican was to sign an order ensuring no tweeting or texting from the conclave.

Anyone found communicating with the outside world will face automatic excommunication according to the new order.

The Santa Marta Residence where the cardinals will be staying is also reportedly equipped with an electromagnetic shield that will block all signals.