SCHEDULES

SCHEDULE 12OFCOM’s powers of entry, inspection and audit

6Evidence of authority

1

Before exercising a power of entry under a warrant, an authorised person must—

a

produce a copy of the warrant,

b

supply the occupier (if present), or any other person appearing to the authorised person to be in charge of the premises, with a copy of the warrant, and

c

if requested to do so—

i

produce evidence of the authorised person’s identity, and

ii

outline the purpose for which the power is exercised.

2

If neither the occupier nor any other person appearing to the authorised person to be in charge of the premises is present, the authorised person must leave a copy of the warrant in a prominent place on the premises.