# The Control of Pollution (Anglers' Lead Weights) Regulations 1986, Regulation 4: Prohibition of supply of lead in form of lead weights

Extent: E+W+S

(1) Subject to regulation 5, the supply of lead in the form of a lead weight for the purpose of weighting fishing lines is prohibited.
(2) A person supplying split shot shall unless the contrary is shown be presumed to supply it for the purpose of weighting fishing lines.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1986/1992/regulation/4 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/control-of-pollution-anglers-lead-weights-regulations-1986/regulation-4
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