Part 1The Civil Nuclear Industry

Chapter 3Civil Nuclear Constabulary

Jurisdiction and powers of Constabulary

I157Stop and search under Terrorism Act 2000

1

The Terrorism Act 2000 (c. 11) is amended as follows.

2

In section 44 (authorisation to stop and search in connection with terrorism)—

a

after subsection (4B) insert—

4BA

In a case in which the specified area or place is a place in which members of the Civil Nuclear Constabulary have the powers and privileges of a constable, an authorisation may also be given by a member of that Constabulary who is of at least the rank of assistant chief constable.

b

in subsection (4C), after paragraph (b) insert

or

c

a member of the Civil Nuclear Constabulary,

3

In section 46 (duration of authorisation), after subsection (2) insert—

2A

An authorisation under section 44(4BA) does not have effect except in relation to times when the specified area or place is a place where members of the Civil Nuclear Constabulary have the powers and privileges of a constable.