# Environment Act 2021, Paragraph 9: Powers to confer functions

Extent: E+W+S+N.I.

(1) Part 2 regulations may include provision conferring functions on one or more persons specified in the regulations (each of whom is an “enforcement authority” for the purposes of this Schedule).
(2) Part 2 regulations may include provision—
(a) conferring functions involving the exercise of discretion;
(b) for the functions of an enforcement authority to be exercised on its behalf by persons authorised in accordance with the regulations.
(3) Part 2 regulations may include provision requiring an enforcement authority—
(a) to issue guidance about the exercise of its functions;
(b) to consult with specified persons before issuing such guidance.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2021/30/schedule/17/paragraph/9 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/environment-act-2021/schedule-17/paragraph-9
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