(This note is not part of the Regulations)
These Regulations expire the provisions in paragraph 18 of schedule 4 of the Coronavirus (Scotland) Act 2020 which have not already expired.
Paragraph 18(1) introduced substantive modifications made by sub-paragraphs (2) to (5). It is being expired along with the last such modification which remains in force (paragraph 18(3)).
Paragraph 18(3) modified the provision made in the Parole Board (Scotland) Rules 2001 for the use of live link (e.g. video link or teleconference) for the conduct of proceedings of the Parole Board for Scotland. The modifications extended the circumstances in which live link could be used.
No Business or Regulatory Impact Assessment has been prepared for these Regulations as no impact upon business, charities or voluntary bodies is foreseen.