Introductory text

Whereas the Secretary of State has, in accordance with section 11(5) of the Consumer Protection Act 1987^f1, consulted such organisations as appear to her to be representative of interests substantially affected by these Regulations, such other persons as she considers appropriate and the Health and Safety Commission;

And whereas the Secretary of State is a Minister designated^f2 for the purposes of section 2 of the European Communities Act 1972^f3 in relation to measures for safety and consumer protection as respects cosmetic products and any provisions concerning the composition, labelling, marketing, classification or description of cosmetic products and in relation to indication of origin on imported goods;