SCHEDULES

SCHEDULE 21Powers relating to potentially infectious persons

PART 4Powers relating to potentially infectious persons in Wales

Guidance and advice

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(1)

A person exercising a power conferred by this Part of this Schedule must have regard to—

(a)

any relevant guidance issued, before or after the passing of this Act, by the relevant authority, and

(b)

any advice given by a public health officer in relation to any particular case.

(2)

In sub-paragraph (1) “relevant authority” means—

(a)

in relation to the exercise of a power by a constable or immigration officer, the Secretary of State;

(b)

in relation to the exercise of a power by a public health officer, the Welsh Ministers.

(3)

Before issuing guidance under this paragraph in relation to constables, the Secretary of State must consult the Welsh Ministers.