# The Eels (England and Wales) Regulations 2009, Regulation 20: Action by the appropriate agency


(1) Any action required under this Part may be carried out by the appropriate agency instead of the responsible person—
(a) in an emergency;
(b) if the responsible person cannot be ascertained; or
(c) if the responsible person fails to comply with a notice.
(2) The responsible person is liable for any reasonable costs incurred by the appropriate agency in taking any action under this regulation.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2009/3344/regulation/20 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/eels-england-and-wales-regulations-2009/regulation-20
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