Consent requirementU.K.
2(1)An electric line to which this Schedule applies shall not be installed or kept installed above ground except in accordance with a consent granted by the appropriate Ministers.U.K.
(2)Any person who without reasonable excuse contravenes the provisions of sub-paragraph (1) above shall be liable on summary conviction to a fine not exceeding level 3 on the standard scale.
(3)No proceedings shall be instituted in respect of an offence under this paragraph except by or on behalf of the Secretary of State.