Paragraph 17 Independence of the OEPI1I2
United Kingdom
In exercising functions in respect of the OEP, the Secretary of State F1and the Northern Ireland Department must have regard to the need to protect its independence.
Annotations
Textual amendments
- F1
Words in Sch. 1 para. 17 inserted (28.2.2022) by Environment Act 2021 (c. 30), s. 147(6)(7), Sch. 3 para. 29(10) (with s. 144); S.R. 2022/54, art. 2(1)(a)
Commencement
- I1
Sch. 1 para. 17 not in force at Royal Assent, see s. 147(3)
- I2
Sch. 1 para. 17 in force at 17.11.2021 by S.I. 2021/1274, reg. 2(i)