Part I Wildlife

Supplemental

C118AF1Wildlife inspectors

1

In this Part, “wildlife inspector” means a person authorised in writing under this section by—

a

the Secretary of State (in relation to England), or

b

the National Assembly for Wales (in relation to Wales).

2

An authorisation under subsection (1) is subject to any conditions or limitations specified in it.

3

A wildlife inspector must, if required to do so, produce evidence of his authority before entering any premises under section 18B or 18D.

4

A wildlife inspector entering premises under either of those sections may take with him a veterinary surgeon if he has reasonable grounds for believing that such a person will be needed for the exercise of powers under section 18C or 18E.