Regulation 20 Public participation
England and Wales
(1)
In preparing and revising action plans the competent authorities under regulations 16 and 18 must ensure that—
(a)
the public is consulted about proposals for action plans;
(b)
the public is given early and effective opportunities to participate in the preparation and review of the action plans;
(c)
the results of that public participation are taken into account;
(d)
the public is informed of the decisions taken; and
(e)
reasonable time frames are provided allowing sufficient time for each stage of public participation.