The Portland Harbour Revision Order 1997

Appeals in respect of works or dredging licence

35.—(1) An applicant for a works licence or a dredging licence who is aggrieved by—

(a) a refusal of the Company to grant a licence;

(b) any terms or conditions subject to which the licence is granted; or

(c) any modifications required by the Company in the plans, sections and particulars submitted by the applicant,

may, within 28 days from the date on which the Company notify the applicant of their decision or the date on which the Company are, under article 33(7) of this Order, deemed to have refused the application, appeal to the Secretary of State.

(2) An appeal under paragraph (1) above shall be made by notice in writing stating the grounds of the appeal.

(3) The appellant shall send to the Company a copy of the notice of his appeal; and the Company may, within 28 days of the receipt of the notice, furnish to the Secretary of State their observations on the appeal.

(4) The Secretary of State may confirm, vary or revoke the decision appealed against and may make such consequential amendments as he may specify.

(5) The Secretary of State may direct the Company to give effect to his decision, and the Company shall forthwith comply with any direction given.