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Paragraph 4

(1)

Subject to sub-paragraph (2), the fixed penalty for an offence shall be—

(a)

£50, or

(b)

if greater, a sum equal to the amount which is for the time being 5% of level 3 on the standard scale.

(2)

The Department may by order, subject to affirmative resolution, amend sub-paragraph (1) by substituting for the percentage specified in paragraph (b) of that sub-paragraph such other percentage, not exceeding 20%, as the Department considers appropriate.