Paragraph 2 Power to create combined fire and rescue authoritiesI1

Section 2 is amended in accordance with this paragraph.

In subsection (2) for “only if it appears” substitute “only if condition A or B is met.

“(2A)

Condition A: it appears”.

After subsection (2A) (created by sub-paragraph (2) above) insert—

“(2B)

Condition B: the scheme—

(a)

is made in consequence of an order under section 1A, and

(b)

provides for a combined area that is wholly in England and is outside Greater London.

(2C)

Subsections (3) to (5), (8)(a), (9)(a), (c) and (d) do not apply to a scheme made where condition B is met.”

After subsection (11) insert—

“(11A)

This section is subject to section 1(2A).”