(1)This Act shall have effect, subject to such exceptions and modifications as may be prescribed, in relation to granting hazardous substances consent for planning authorities.
(2)Subject to section 10, regulations made by virtue of subsection (1) may in particular provide for securing—
(a)that any application by a planning authority for hazardous substances consent shall be made to the Secretary of State;
(b)that any order or notice authorised to be made, issued or served under this Act by a planning authority shall instead be made, issued or served by the Secretary of State.