Explanatory note
(This note is not part of the Regulations)
These Regulations are made in exercise of the powers in section 23(1) and (2) of the European Union (Withdrawal) Act 2018 (c. 16) (“the 2018 Act”).
These Regulations amend the definition of “enactment” in section 105(1) of the Civil Aviation Act 1982 (“the 1982 Act”) to include retained direct EU legislation, in line with amendments made by the 2018 Act to the definition of “enactment” in Schedule 1 to the Interpretation Act 1978 (c. 30). The 2018 Act also adds a definition of “retained direct EU legislation” into that Schedule.
An impact assessment has not been produced for this instrument as no, or no significant, impact on the private or voluntary sector is foreseen.