Part IIIInvestigations and Powers to Obtain Information
Powers exercisable to assist overseas regulatory authorities
89Prosecutions
Proceedings for an offence under section 85 or 86 shall not be instituted—
a
in England and Wales, except by or with the consent of the Secretary of State or the Director of Public Prosecutions;
b
in Northern Ireland, except by or with the consent of the Secretary of State or the Director of Public Prosecutions for Northern Ireland.