# Environment (Principles, Governance and Biodiversity Targets) (Wales) Act 2026, Section 32: Meaning of “public authority”

Extent: E+W

In this Part, “public authority” means a person, other than the OEGW, who is—
(a) a devolved Welsh authority within the meaning given by section 157A of the Government of Wales Act 2006 (c. 32), or
(b) listed in paragraph 9(2) or (6) of Schedule 7B to that Act.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/asc/2026/4/section/32 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/environment-principles-governance-and-biodiversity-targets-wales-act-2026/section-32
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