The Grants for Fishing and Aquaculture Industries Regulations 2007

Powers of entry

13.—(1) An officer of the Secretary of State may, on producing a duly authenticated authorisation if required, enter any premises (other than domestic premises not being used for the purposes of these Regulations) at any reasonable hour for the purpose of ensuring that the provisions of these Regulations are being complied with; and in this regulation “premises” includes any fishing or other vessel, place, vehicle, trailer or container.

(2) The officer may be accompanied by—

(a) such other persons that the officer considers necessary; and

(b) any representative of the European Commission acting for the purpose of the enforcement of these Regulations.

(3) On entering the premises the officer may—

(a) inspect the premises, and any plant, machinery or equipment;

(b) inspect, copy and if necessary remove records;

(c) search the premises;

(d) seize any computers and associated equipment for the purpose of copying documents provided they are returned as soon as practicable; and

(e) carry out any inquiries, examinations and tests.