Prospective

Schedules

extent U.K. + Schedule 3U.K.Investigatory powers

extent U.K. + Evidence of authorityU.K.

schedule 3 paragraph 7 1 + schedule 3 paragraph 7 + schedule 3 paragraph 7 + 7(1)Before exercising the power to enter premises under a warrant issued under paragraph 5 in respect of premises, an authorised inspector must—

schedule 3 paragraph 7 1 a + (a)produce a copy of the warrant;

schedule 3 paragraph 7 1 b + (b)supply the occupier (if present), or any other person appearing to the inspector to be in charge of the premises, with a copy of the warrant.

schedule 3 paragraph 7 2 + (2)If requested to do so by a person on the premises, the inspector must also—

schedule 3 paragraph 7 2 a + (a)produce evidence of the inspector’s identity, and

schedule 3 paragraph 7 2 b + (b)explain the purpose for which the power is exercised;

(and see paragraph 2(5) for the requirement to produce an authorisation if requested).

schedule 3 paragraph 7 3 + (3)If neither the occupier nor any other person appearing to the inspector to be in charge of the premises is present, the inspector must leave a copy of the warrant in a prominent place on the premises.