Explanatory note

This Order amends the Trade in Goods (Control) Order 2003 (“the 2003 Order”).

It provides that the provisions relating to arrest of persons contained in section 138 of the Customs and Excise Management Act 1979 (“the 1979 Act”) allowing the arrest by any customs officer or a member of Her Majesty’s armed forces or coastguard apply to any person who has committed, or whom there are reasonable grounds to suspect of having committed an offence under article 9(2) or (3) of the 2003 Order.

The Order also provides that the provisions relating to customs officers' information gathering powers contained in section 77A of the 1979 Act apply to persons concerned in any activity requiring a licence under the 2003 Order.

A full regulatory impact assessment has not been produced for this instrument as it has no or minimal impact on the costs of business.