Explanatory note

This Order alters the constitution of the Port of London Authority by reducing the number of members of the Port Authority appointed by the Secretary of State from not less than five or more than eight to not less than two or more than four. It provides for the Port Authority to appoint not less than three or more than four members not being officers of the Port Authority and not less than two or more than four officers to serve as members of the Port Authority. The Order also provides for transitional arrangements.