Anti-terrorism, Crime and Security Act 2001 Explanatory Notes

Section 107 Interpretation of Part 11

284.This section provides a definition of the terms used in the Part.

285.Subsection (1) lists definitions of a number of terms. The terminology is consistent with that used in the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000.

286.Subsection (2) specifies that the provisions of any code of practice, agreements or directions under this Part are applicable to all data obtained or held by the communications provider, including that which came into their possession before the code, agreements or directions took effect.

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