Public Order Act 1986

Valid from 01/10/2007

29NInterpretationE+W

In this Part—

  • distribute”, and related expressions, shall be construed in accordance with section 29C(2) (written material) and section 29E(2) (recordings);

  • dwelling” means any structure or part of a structure occupied as a person's home or other living accommodation (whether the occupation is separate or shared with others) but does not include any part not so occupied, and for this purpose “structure” includes a tent, caravan, vehicle, vessel or other temporary or movable structure;

  • programme” means any item which is included in a programme service;

  • programme service” has the same meaning as in the Broadcasting Act 1990;

  • publish”, and related expressions, in relation to written material, shall be construed in accordance with section 29C(2);

  • religious hatred” has the meaning given by section 29A;

  • recording” has the meaning given by section 29E(2), and “play” and “show”, and related expressions, in relation to a recording, shall be construed in accordance with that provision;

  • written material” includes any sign or other visible representation.