Regulation 10 Powers of entry
An inspector may, on serving reasonable notice, enter the premises of a Union importer at any reasonable hour for the purpose of carrying out the Secretary of State’s functions under these Regulations, except premises used wholly or mainly as a private dwelling house.
The requirement to serve a notice under paragraph (1) does not apply—
where reasonable efforts to agree an appointment have failed; or
where an inspector reasonably believes that it would defeat the object of the entry.
When entering premises under paragraph (1), an inspector —
must, if requested, produce a duly authenticated authorisation document;
may be accompanied by a representative of the Union importer; and
may bring onto the premises such equipment as the inspector considers necessary.