(This note is not part of the Regulations).

These Regulations amend the Goods Vehicles (Testing) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 1995 as follows—

1

The periods of 21 days and 14 days referred to in regulation 13(4) (application for re-tests following first tests or periodical tests) and regulation 17(2) (appeals) respectively are now consecutive days (previously Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays were excluded).

2

By increasing fees payable in respect of a trailer—

a

on application for a test or a re-test or an appeal, from £21·00 to £22·00; and

b

where an application for a re-test is made within 21 days from the date of service of a notice of refusal and the vehicle is presented on the date and at a time appointed by the Department, from £10·50 to £11·00.