Corporate enforcement policy

Primary Authority/Home Authority

7.1 Where relevant, enforcement activities will be carried out in accordance with the procedure laid down within the Primary Authority Scheme. This is a means by which businesses can receive assured and tailored advice on how to comply with regulations through a single statutory and regulatory point of contact. Officers will comply with the requirements of this Act when considering interventions or enforcement action against any business or organisation that has a Primary Authority relationship.

7.2 Where the Primary Authority Scheme is not applicable, officers will have regard to the Home Authority Principle, a scheme that provides contact points for advice and guidance to maintain public protection, encourage fair trade and develop a consistent approach to enforcement.