# The Avian Influenza (H5N1 in Wild Birds) (Scotland) Order 2006, Article 19: Powers of inspectors in case of default


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(1) Where a person fails to comply with a requirement imposed by or under this Order an inspector may take any steps that they consider necessary to ensure the requirement is met.
(2) In taking steps under paragraph (1) an inspector may seize and detain any bird moved, kept or otherwise dealt with in contravention of a restriction or requirement imposed by or under this Order.
(3) The person in default shall reimburse any reasonable expenses incurred by the Scottish Ministers or the local authority in taking such steps and any such debt is recoverable summarily.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ssi/2006/196/article/19 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/avian-influenza-h5n1-in-wild-birds-scotland-order-2006/article-19
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