7(1)If any representation or objection duly made is not withdrawn the authority shall submit the order to the Secretary of State for confirmation by him.
(2)Where an order is submitted to the Secretary of State under sub-paragraph (1), the Secretary of State shall either—
(a)cause a local inquiry to be held; or
(b)afford any person by whom a representation or objection has been duly made and not withdrawn an opportunity of being heard by a person appointed by the Secretary of State for the purpose.
(3)On considering any representations or objections duly made and the report of the person appointed to hold the inquiry or hear representations or objections, the Secretary of State may confirm the order with or without modifications.