# Terrorism Act 2000, Section 91: Taking possession of land, &c.


If the Secretary of State considers it necessary for the preservation of the peace or the maintenance of order, he may authorise a person—
(a) to take possession of land or other property;
(b) to take steps to place buildings or other structures in a state of defence;
(c) to detain property or cause it to be destroyed or moved;
(d) to carry out works on land of which possession has been taken by virtue of this section;
(e) to take any other action which interferes with a public right or with a private right of property.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2000/11/section/91 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/terrorism-act-2000/section-91
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