Territorial extent and application
- Section 2 sets out the territorial extent of the Act, which describes the jurisdictions in which the Act forms part of the law. The extent of an Act can be different from its application. Application is about where an Act produces a practical effect.
- The Act extends to (that is, forms part of the law of) England and Wales but applies only in relation to England.
- Paragraphs 1-5 of the Schedule define the relevant authorities and relevant functions so as to ensure that the Act applies only when they are exercising functions in or in relation to England.