(1)An EPB may change its name by a resolution in accordance with this section.
(2)The resolution must be considered at a meeting of the EPB that is specially convened for the purpose.
(3)Particulars of the resolution must have been included in the notice of the meeting.
(4)The resolution must be passed at the meeting by not less than two-thirds of the members of the EPB who vote on it.
(5)An EPB that changes its name under this section must—
(a)send notice of the change to the Secretary of State, and
(b)publish the notice in such manner as the Secretary of State may direct.
(6)A change of name under this section does not affect the rights or obligations of the EPB or any other person, or render defective any legal proceedings.
(7)Any legal proceedings may be commenced or continued as if there had been no change of name.
Commencement Information
I1S. 94 in force at 17.12.2009 by S.I. 2009/3318, art. 2(a)