56.—(1) For the purposes of regulations 53, 54 and 55, “relevant licensing body” has the meaning given in this regulation.
(2) In the case of a licence granted under regulation 53(1) for a purpose specified in any of sub-paragraphs (a) to (d) of paragraph (2) of that regulation, “relevant licensing body” means—
(a)in relation to England—
(i)so far as the licence relates to the restricted English inshore region, the Marine Management Organisation, and
(ii)otherwise, Natural England; or
(b)in relation to Wales, the Countryside Council for Wales.
(3) In the case of a licence granted—
(a)under regulation 53(1) for a purpose specified in any of sub-paragraphs (e) to (g) of paragraph (2) of that regulation,
(b)under regulation 53(4), or
(c)under regulation 54,
“relevant licensing body” means the appropriate authority.