# The Retention of Communications Data (Extension of Initial Period) Order 2003, Introduction: Introductory text


INVESTIGATORY POWERS
Made 4th December 2003
Coming into force 5th December 2003
Whereas a draft of this Order has been laid before Parliament and approved by resolution of each House;
Now, therefore, the Secretary of State, in exercise of the powers conferred on him by section 105(3) of the Anti-terrorism, Crime and Security Act 2001, hereby makes the following Order:

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2003/3173/introduction (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/retention-of-communications-data-extension-of-initial-period-order-2003/introduction
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