# The Port Security (Port of Workington) Designation Order 2012, Introduction: Introductory text

Extent: E+W+S+N.I.

Merchant Shipping
Maritime Security
Made 15th October 2012
Laid before Parliament 18th October 2012
Coming into force 19th November 2012
The Secretary of State for Transport makes this Order in exercise of the powers conferred by section 2(2) of the European Communities Act 1972.
The Secretary of State is a Minister designated for the purposes of section 2(2) of the European Communities Act 1972 in relation to port security, measures relating to the safety of ships and the health and safety of persons on them, and maritime transport.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2012/2611/introduction (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/port-security-port-of-workington-designation-order-2012/introduction
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