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Section 23B Contraventions of section 23AF1

(1)

If an authority exercises any power in contravention of a direction under section 23A, the CCA may take such steps as it considers appropriate to reverse or modify the effect of the exercise of the power.

(2)

For the purposes of subsection (1), the CCA has power to exercise any power of the authority subject to the direction on behalf of that authority.

(3)

Any reasonable expenses incurred by the CCA in taking any steps under subsection (1) are recoverable from the authority subject to the direction as a civil debt.

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Textual amendments

F1

Ss. 23A, 23B inserted (29.4.2026) by English Devolution and Community Empowerment Act 2026 (c. 23), s. 108(1)(3), Sch. 11 para. 4 (with s. 102)