Commentary on Sections Section 10: Regulations: general
40.This section makes further provision relating to the regulation-making powers conferred by the Act (that is, the powers in sections 4, 5 and 6). Subsection (3) allows regulations under the Act to create offences punishable on summary conviction by a fine of up to £20,000. Subsection (4) allows regulations under the Act to include provision requiring local authorities to enforce in their area the provisions of the regulations.