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Emergency Powers (Bailiwick of Guernsey) Law, 1965.

Country/Territory
Guernsey (UK)
Document type
Legislation
Date
1965 (2003)
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Agricultural & rural development, Food & nutrition
Keyword
Hazards Institution Early warning system Food quality control/food safety Hygiene/sanitary procedures Food security
Geographical area
Europe, North Atlantic, Northern Europe
Abstract

This Law defines powers of the States of Guernsey Emergency Powers Authority to declare an emergency and to make Regulations in case of an emergency for reasons of public health or for securing the essentials of life to the community. In the Schedule to this Law power is given to the Authority to declare a food hazard emergency in case the accidental release of a substance may cause a danger to food safety. The Schedule also specifies regulation-making powers of the Authority in case of a food hazard emergency.

Full text
English
Website
www.guernseylegalresources.gg