(1)The Secretary of State may issue, and from time to time revise, guidance on the use by police officers of equipment designed for use in maintaining or restoring public order.
(2)Before issuing or revising any guidance under this section, the Secretary of State shall consult—
(a)the Board;
(b)the Chief Constable;
(c)the Ombudsman; and
(d)the Police Association.
(3)The Secretary of State shall publish any guidance issued or revised under this section in such manner as he thinks appropriate.