The EEC signs
1.—(1) The alternative sign of EEC pattern approval consists of the following, in the order set out—
(a)a stylized letter ε ;
(b)the letter or letters denoting the member State which granted the pattern approval using the same lettering system as in paragraph 1 of Schedule 1 to the 1988 Regulations;
(c)the year in which the approval was granted; and
(d)an identification mark determined by the metrological service of the member State which granted approval, clearly separated from the year.
(2) The following is an example of the alternative sign of EEC pattern approval in the form appropriate for an EEC pattern approval granted in the United Kingdom:
(3) The identification mark referred to in sub–paragraph (1)(d) shall, in the United Kingdom sign of pattern approval, be a mark determined by the Secretary of State.