These regulations may be cited as the Control of Atmospheric Pollution (Exempted Premises) Regulations 1977 and shall come into operation on 7th February 1977.

The Interpretation Act 1889 shall apply for the interpretation of these regulations as it applies for the interpretation of an Act of Parliament.

Section 80 of the Control of Pollution Act 1974 shall not apply to any premises (being premises used for the public service of the Crown) which bear a name or description specified in column (1) of the Schedule to these regulations and are situated at an address or location specified in respect of that name or description in column (2) of that Schedule.