8(1)An explanation or information provided by a person in response to a requirement under paragraph 6(1)(b) or (d) or (2)(b) may be used in evidence against the person, subject to sub-paragraphs (2) to (4).E+W
(2)In criminal proceedings against the person—
(a)no evidence relating to the explanation or information may be adduced by or on behalf of the prosecution, and
(b)no question relating to it may be asked by or on behalf of the prosecution.
(3)Sub-paragraph (2) does not apply if the proceedings are for—
(a)an offence under paragraph 7 of this Schedule, or
(b)an offence under section 5 of the Perjury Act 1911 (false statements made otherwise than on oath).
(4)Sub-paragraph (2) does not apply if, in the proceedings—
(a)evidence relating to the explanation or information is adduced by or on behalf of the person who provided it, or
(b)a question relating to it is asked by or on behalf of that person.
Commencement Information
I1Sch. 5 para. 8 in force at 1.4.2018 by S.I. 2018/241, reg. 2(r)