Explanatory note

This Order reconstitutes the Blyth Harbour Commissioners (“the Commissioners”) as from 1st July 2004. It provides for the Commissioners to consist of a body of seven to nine Commissioners. Six to eight Commissioners will be appointed by the Commissioners and will have experience in relevant matters. The Chief Executive will also hold office as a member of the Commissioners. Under the terms of the Order the appointed Commissioners will retire in rotation.

The Order includes other provisions with respect to the Commissioners' constitution including provisions for the co-option of up to two additional Commissioners. The Order amends existing statutory requirements as to the Commissioners' accounts, provides for the establishment of advisory bodies and repeals or revokes certain statutory provisions.

The Order also confers on the Commissioners powers to give general and special directions to vessels in the harbour.