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Explanatory note

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(This note is not part of the Regulations)

These Regulations bring into operation a new joint code of practice issued under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 (c. 29) (“the 2002 Act”) and the Terrorism Act 2000 (c. 11) (“the 2000 Act”).

This new code of practice is prepared by the Secretary of State in relation to powers exercisable by the Director General of the National Crime Agency or an authorised officer of the National Crime Agency in connection with the exercise of their functions under section 339ZH of the 2002 Act or section 22B(1A) of the 2000 Act, when making applications for certain information orders.

A full impact assessment has not been produced for this instrument as no, or no significant, impact on the private, voluntary or public sector is foreseen.