# The Spatial Development Strategy (Examination Procedure) Rules 2026, Rule 2: Interpretation


In these Rules—
“the 2004 Act” means the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004;
“examiner’s report” means the report made by the examiner under section 12I(6) of the 2004 Act, including as applied by section 12P(7) of the 2004 Act;
“participation request” means a request to take part in the examination.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2026/1161/rule/2 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/spatial-development-strategy-examination-procedure-rules-2026/rule-2
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