The F1Secretary of State, with the assistance of the other appropriate authorities shall provide the public with early and effective opportunities to participate in the further development of the F2United Kingdom PRTR, including capacity-building and the preparation of amendments to this Regulation.

The public shall have the opportunity to submit any relevant comments, information, analyses or opinions within a reasonable timeframe.

The F3appropriate authorities shall take due account of such input and shall inform the public about the outcome of the public participation.