PART 1Introductory Provisions

Environmental damage to which these Regulations apply5

1

These Regulations apply in relation to environmental damage if it is caused by an activity mentioned in Schedule 2.

2

In the case of environmental damage to a protected species or natural habitat or a site of special scientific interest, these Regulations also apply in relation to environmental damage caused by any other activity if the operator—

a

intended to cause environmental damage; or

b

was negligent as to whether environmental damage would be caused.