Paragraph 5

The Environment Act 1995^f1 has effect subject to the following amendments.

In section 56(1) (interpretation of Part I of the 1995 Act), after paragraph (a) of the definition of “environmental licence” in relation to SEPA insert–

“(aa)

a permit granted by SEPA under regulations under section 2 of the Pollution Prevention and Control Act 1999”.

In section 108(15) (powers of entry -interpretation) after paragraph (m) of the definition of “pollution control functions” insert–

“(n)

in relation to SEPA, regulations under section 2 of the Pollution Prevention and Control Act 1999;”.

In section 114(2)(a) (power to delegate functions relating to appeals), after sub-paragraph (vii) insert–

“(viii)

regulations under section 2 of the Pollution Prevention and Control Act 1999 extending to Scotland”.

In Schedule 20, in paragraph 4(3) (holding of inquiries and other hearings by appointed persons)—