This section applies where the Board directs the release of a person on licence under this Chapter.

The Secretary of State must give effect to the direction of the Parole Board as soon as is reasonably practicable in all the circumstances including, in particular, the need to make arrangements in connection with any conditions that are to be included in the person’s licence under this Chapter.

The duty under subsection (2) is subject to provision made pursuant to section 239(5C)(b).