# Clean Air Act 1993, Paragraph 15


In any case other than one within paragraph 14 the Secretary of State shall, before confirming the order, either—
(a) cause a local inquiry to be held; or
(b) afford to any person by whom an objection has been duly made in accordance with paragraph 12(c) and not withdrawn an opportunity of appearing before and being heard by a person appointed by him for the purpose;
and, after considering the objection and the report of the person who held the inquiry or the person so appointed, may confirm the order with or without modifications.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1993/11/schedule/5/paragraph/15 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/clean-air-act-1993/schedule-5/paragraph-15
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