Explanatory note

This Order transfers to the Secretary of State or the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs functions of the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs and the Secretary of State concerned with sea fishing in Northern Ireland under certain enactments relating to sea fishing.

Articles 4 and 5 make further provision in relation to the transfers of functions effected by article 3.

Nothing in this Order alters the functions of the Welsh Ministers, the Scottish Ministers or the devolved authorities in Northern Ireland.

A full impact assessment has not been produced for this instrument as no impact on the private or voluntary sectors is foreseen.