Regulation 19 Criminal proceedings
(1)
Proceedings for an offence under regulation 18(2) may not be instituted in England and Wales except—
(a)
by the Secretary of State or a person authorised by the Secretary of State; or
(b)
by or with the consent of the Director of Public Prosecutions.
(2)
Proceedings for an offence under regulation 18(2) may not be instituted in Northern Ireland except—
(a)
by the Secretary of State or a person authorised by the Secretary of State; or
(b)
by or with the consent of the Director of Public Prosecutions for Northern Ireland.