Explanatory note

This Order reconstitutes the King’s Lynn Conservancy Board as from 1 February 2002. It provides for the Board to consist of a body of twelve members with experience in relevant matters. Four members will be appointed by the King’s Lynn and West Norfolk Borough Council, one by the Norfolk County Council, one by the Trades Union Congress and five by the Board. The Harbour Master & Chief Executive will also hold office as a member of the Board. Under the terms of the Order the appointed members will retire in rotation.

The Order also includes other provisions with respect to the Board’s constitution including provisions for the protection of the members from personal liability in the discharge of their functions. The Order increases the Board’s borrowing powers, amends existing statutory requirements as to the Board’s accounts and repeals or revokes certain statutory provisions.