Proceedings for an offence under any of the relevant statutory provisions shall not, in England and Wales, be instituted except by an inspector , the Environment Agency or the Natural Resources Body for Wales or by or with the consent of the Director of Public Prosecutions.
Section 38: Restrictions on institution of proceedings in England and Wales.
Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 · 1974 c. 37View on legislation.gov.uk
Part I: Health, Safety and Welfare in connection with Work, and Control of Dangerous Substances and Certain Emissions into the Atmosphere
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