25 Functions of local authorities.E+W+S
(1)Every local authority shall take such steps as they consider expedient for bringing to the attention of the public and of schoolchildren in particular the effect of—
(a)the provisions of this Part; and
(b)any order made under this Part affecting the whole or any part of their area.
(2)A local authority in England and Wales may institute proceedings for any offence under this Part or any order made under it which is committed within their area.
[F1(3)Nothing in this section applies in relation to Schedule 9A or orders or offences under it.]
Textual Amendments
F1S. 25(3) inserted (E.W.) (12.4.2015) by Infrastructure Act 2015 (c. 7), ss. 23(5), 57(4); S.I. 2015/481, reg. 3(a); S.I. 2015/990, reg. 2