# Prevention of Terrorism (Temporary Provisions) Act 1974, Paragraph 4


(1) Proceedings for an offence under section 1, 2 or 3 of this Act shall not be instituted in England or Wales, or (for section 3) in Northern Ireland, except by or with the consent of the Attorney General.
(2) Sub-paragraph (1) above shall not prevent the issue or execution of a warrant for the arrest of any person in respect of an offence, or the remanding in custody or on bail of any person charged with an offence.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1974/56/schedule/3/paragraph/4 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/prevention-of-terrorism-temporary-provisions-act-1974/schedule-3/paragraph-4
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