The Investigatory Powers (Covert Human Intelligence Sources and Interception: Codes of Practice) Regulations 2022
These Regulations bring into force the revised code of practice entitled “Covert Human Intelligence Sources”, prepared under section 71 of the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000 (c. 23) (“the 2000 Act”). The purpose of this code is to provide guidance on the authorisation for the conduct or use of covert human intelligence sources by public authorities under Part 2 of the 2000 Act.