HL Deb 27 October 2004 vol 665 cc1338-9

(1) Where the registrar grants or refuses an application under section (Variation of non-automatic condition) a party to the application may appeal to the Tribunal.

(2) The Tribunal shall give the appellant or appellants and the prescribed animal welfare bodies an opportunity to make representations.

(3) On determining the appeal the Tribunal may—

  1. (a) give a direction to the registrar;
  2. (b) make any order that it thinks appropriate.

(4) A person who is party to proceedings under this section may appeal on a point of law to the High Court.

(5) An appeal under subsection (4) may be brought only with the permission of—

  1. (a) the Tribunal, or
  2. (b) if the Tribunal refuses permission, the High Court."

After Clause 5, insert the following new clause—

"Variation and cancellation of registration