SCHEDULES

SCHEDULE 5 The Navigation Area

Part III Miscellaneous

Duty of Authority to notify Commissioners of dredging and other work

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1

The Authority shall, before—

a

undertaking any dredging or other work which might materially affect navigation within the Haven or the flow of water in the Haven; or

b

granting a works licence authorising any such dredging or work;

notify the Commissioners of the proposed dredging or other work, and shall not undertake it or grant the proposed licence without the consent of the Commissioners.

2

The Commissioners may withhold their consent only if they are satisfied that the proposed dredging or other work will have either or both of the effects mentioned in sub-paragraph (1)(a) above.

3

Any dispute between the Authority and the Commissioners as to the application of this paragraph shall be determined by a person appointed for the purpose—

a

by agreement between the Authority and the Commissioners; or

b

failing such agreement, by the Secretary of State.