Paragraph 2
England, Wales and Scotland
Authorisation may be given in writing or orally but if given orally must be confirmed in writing by the person giving it as soon as is reasonably practicable.
A constable who gives an authorisation by virtue of section 16C(2) above must, as soon as is reasonably practicable—
make a written record of the time at which he gave it; and
cause a police officer of at least the rank of superintendent to be informed that it was given.
An officer to whom such a report is made may give a direction in writing—
confirming the authorisation; or
if he considers that it should not be confirmed, cancelling it.
If a direction is given under sub-paragraph (3)(b), the officer giving it must record in writing—
the fact that the authorisation was given; and
the reason for giving it.
Notes on the whole Act
Textual amendments
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Act repealed (19.2.2001) by 2000 c. 11, ss. 2(1)(a), 125, Sch. 16 Pt I (with s. 129(1); S.I. 2001/421, art. 2