The Avian Influenza and Influenza of Avian Origin in Mammals Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2007

Enforcement, offences and proceedings

84.  The following provisions of the 1981 Order shall apply as if these Regulations were an order made under the 1981 Order—

(a) Article 6 (seizure and destruction of carcases, etc., liable to spread disease);

(b) Article 18 (6) (general provisions relative to slaughter and compensation) and the Diseases of Animals (Valuation) Order (Northern Ireland) 1989(1);

(c) Article 42 (functions of constables);

(d) Article 46 (general powers of inspectors);

(e) Article 46A (powers of inspectors relating to Community obligations); and

(f) Article 48 (power to detain vessels and aircraft)

(g) Article 52 (offences);

(h) Article 54 (defences and evidence);

(i) Article 55 (extension of time for bringing summary proceedings);

(j) Article 56 (venue); and

(k) Article 57 (proceedings under Customs Acts for unlawful landing or shipping).

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S.R. 1989 No. 5