Control of Pollution Act 1974

98Interpretation of Part V

In this Part of this Act—

  • " functions " includes powers and duties ; and

  • " relevant authority " means—

    (a)

    in England and Wales, the Secretary of State, a water authority, a county council, the Greater London Council, a district council, a London borough council, the Common Council of the City of London, the Sub-Treasurer of the Inner Temple and the Under Treasurer of the Middle Temple ; and

    (b)

    in Scotland, the Secretary of State, a river purification authority, an islands council or a district council.