SCHEDULES
SCHEDULE 20Rail vehicle accessibility: compliance
9Penalties: amount, due date and recovery
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The amount of a penalty must not exceed whichever is the lesser of—
a
the maximum prescribed for the purposes of this sub-paragraph;
b
10% of the turnover of the person on whom it is imposed.
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Turnover is to be determined by such means as are prescribed.
4
A penalty must be paid to the Secretary of State before the end of the prescribed period.
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A sum payable as a penalty may be recovered as a debt due to the Secretary of State.
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In proceedings for recovery of a penalty no question may be raised as to—
a
liability to the penalty;
b
its amount.
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Sums paid to the Secretary of State as a penalty must be paid into the Consolidated Fund.