The Non-automatic Weighing Instruments Regulations 2016

Provisions as to directions under regulations 58 and 60U.K.

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61.—(1) This regulation applies in relation to directions given under regulations 58 (regulated non-automatic weighing instruments presenting a risk) and 60 (compliant regulated non-automatic weighing instruments which present a risk).

(2) A direction must—

(a)be in writing;

(b)describe the regulated non-automatic weighing instrument to which it relates in a manner sufficient to identify that instrument;

(c)specify the risk identified by the market surveillance authority; and

(d)specify the steps that the economic operator must take (including the time period within which they must be taken).

(3) The Secretary of State may impose a monetary penalty on an economic operator who fails to comply with a direction given under regulation 58 or 60.

(4) Schedule 5 has effect in relation to monetary penalties imposed under paragraph (3).