Commentary on Sections Section 11 - Consultation
57.Section 11(1) provides that before making any regulations under section 9, the Welsh Ministers must consult the Environment Agency; local authorities; representatives of those persons likely to be placed under duties by the regulations; and other persons as considered appropriate.
58.Subsection (2) has the effect of allowing consultation undertaken before the passing of the Measure to count for the purposes of subsection (1).