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Regulation 10 Interpretation

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In this Part—

  • “documentary check” means a check to confirm that the consignment is accompanied by the correct documentation, attestation or certification;

  • “identity check” means a visual inspection of a consignment to verify that the content and the labelling of the consignment, seals and means of transport, correspond to the information provided in the official certificates and other documents accompanying the consignment;

  • “the Northern Ireland competent authority” means—

    1. (a)

      the Northern Ireland department; or

    2. (b)

      any organisation or body designated by that Department to carry out the checks specified in this Part;

  • “physical check” means a check on goods and, as appropriate, checks on packaging, the means of transport, labelling and temperature, the sampling for analysis, testing or diagnosis and any other check necessary to verify the nature and extent of any relevant potential risk.