2(1)Where any objections to a scheme are duly made and are not withdrawn—E+W
(a)the [F1appropriate agency]or local authority shall send a copy of the draft scheme, together with copies of the objections, to one of the Ministers; and
(b)the scheme shall not be made unless the draft is confirmed, with or without modifications, by one of the Ministers.
(2)Before either of the Ministers confirms a scheme under this paragraph, he shall either—
(a)cause a public local inquiry to be held; or
(b)give to—
(i)the [F1appropriate agency] or, as the case may be, the local authority; and
(ii)the persons by whom the objections are made,
an opportunity of appearing before and being heard by a person appointed by him for the purpose.
Textual Amendments
F1Words in Sch. 4 substituted (1.4.2013) by The Natural Resources Body for Wales (Functions) Order 2013 (No. 755), art. 1(2), Sch. 2 para. 338 (with Sch. 7)