(This note is not part of the Order)
This Order is made under sections 3(1) and 4A of the Plant Health Act 1967 and makes provision in the area of plant health fees.
Article 2 amends the Plant Health (Export Certification) (Scotland) Order 2018 and introduces provision relating to export certification fees, to provide that such fees are not payable in relation to exports from Scotland to Northern Ireland in certain circumstances.
A business and regulatory impact assessment has not been prepared in relation to these Regulations as no, or no significant impact upon businesses, charities or voluntary bodies is foreseen.