6

An NCA officer may only exercise the powers and privileges of a Northern Ireland constable if—

a

a Northern Ireland general authorisation is in force,

b

the powers and privileges are exercised in accordance with that authorisation, and

c

one or both of the following conditions is met—

i

the NCA officer exercises the powers and privileges with the agreement of the Chief Constable of the Police Service of Northern Ireland;

ii

the NCA officer exercises the powers and privileges in relation to the conduct of a police officer.

7

The Chief Constable may arrange for a member of the Police Service of Northern Ireland at the rank of Superintendent or above to give agreement for the purposes of sub-paragraph (6)(c)(i) (whether in all cases or in cases specified in the arrangements).