PART 4MISCELLANEOUS

16Protocol on removal of vessels

1

The Commissioners must prepare, publish and maintain a protocol on the use of powers under or by virtue of this Act to remove vessels.

2

The protocol must, in particular—

a

specify factors to be taken into account by the Commissioners when deciding how soon to take action after a minimum interval specified by or under this Act;

b

specify action to be taken by the Commissioners to ensure that removal powers are exercised only as a last resort;

c

include any other measures the Commissioners think appropriate to ensure that their removal powers are exercised with sensitivity;

d

specify action to be taken to ensure that persons acting under section 17 are aware of, and comply with, the provisions of the protocol.