# Prevention of Terrorism (Temporary Provisions) Act 1989 (repealed), Paragraph 2

Extent: E+W+S

(1) 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.
(2) A constable who gives an authorisation by virtue of section 16C(2) above must, as soon as is reasonably practicable—
(a) make a written record of the time at which he gave it; and
(b) cause a police officer of at least the rank of superintendent to be informed that it was given.
(3) An officer to whom such a report is made may give a direction in writing—
(a) confirming the authorisation; or
(b) if he considers that it should not be confirmed, cancelling it.
(4) If a direction is given under sub-paragraph (3)(b), the officer giving it must record in writing—
(a) the fact that the authorisation was given; and
(b) the reason for giving it.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1989/4/schedule/6A/paragraph/2 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/prevention-of-terrorism-temporary-provisions-act-1989-repealed/schedule-6A/paragraph-2
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