Part VI The police
General
53 Guidance as to use of equipment for maintaining or restoring public order.
(1)
The F1Department of Justice may issue, and from time to time revise, guidance on the use by police officers of equipment designed for use in maintaining or restoring public order.
(2)
Before issuing or revising any guidance under this section, the F2Department of Justice shall consult—
(a)
the Board;
(b)
the Chief Constable;
(c)
the Ombudsman; and
(d)
the Police Association.