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13.—(1) Where a requirement is imposed on a person to be detained or kept in isolation under regulation 4, 5 or 8, a constable may do any of the following—
(a)take the person to a suitable place, specified by the Secretary of State or a public health officer, for the person’s detention or isolation;
(b)keep the person in detention or isolation.
(2) Where a person absconds from detention or isolation imposed under regulation 4, 5 or 8, a constable may take the person into custody and return the person to the place of detention or isolation, or take the person to another suitable place specified by a public health officer.
(3) A constable may use reasonable force, if necessary, in the exercise of a power under this regulation.
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