Commencement of proceedings6
1
This regulation applies in respect of an offence committed under section 12 of the Consumer Protection Act 1987 in relation to a contravention of these Regulations.
2
A magistrates’ court in England and Wales may try an information if it is laid within twelve months from the time when the offence was committed.
3
A magistrates’ court in Northern Ireland may try a complaint if it is made within twelve months from the time when the offence was committed.
4
Summary proceedings for an offence may be brought in Scotland at any time within twelve months from the time when the offence was committed.