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Changes over time for: Cross Heading: Proceedings relating to release of prisoners etc in England and Wales

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Investigatory Powers Act 2016, Cross Heading: Proceedings relating to release of prisoners etc in England and Wales is up to date with all changes known to be in force on or before 29 January 2025. There are changes that may be brought into force at a future date. Changes that have been made appear in the content and are referenced with annotations. Help about Changes to Legislation

[F1Proceedings relating to release of prisoners etc in England and WalesU.K.

Textual Amendments

12A(1)Section 56(1) does not apply in relation to—

(a)any proceedings before the Parole Board, or

(b)any proceedings arising out of such proceedings.

(2)But sub-paragraph (1) does not permit the disclosure of anything to—

(a)any person, other than the Secretary of State, who is or was a party to the proceedings, or

(b)any person who—

(i)represents such a person for the purposes of the proceedings, and

(ii)does so otherwise than by virtue of appointment as a special advocate.]

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