Part 5 E+WNational Parks and the Broads

64Functions of Broads Authority and others in relation to the BroadsE+W

(1)Amend the Norfolk and Suffolk Broads Act 1988 (c. 4) as follows.

(2)In section 2 (functions of the Authority: general), in subsection (1), for paragraphs (a) and (b) substitute—

“(a)conserving and enhancing the natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage of the Broads;

(b)promoting opportunities for the understanding and enjoyment of the special qualities of the Broads by the public; and”.

(3)In section 17A (general duty of public bodies etc.), in subsection (1), for paragraphs (a) and (b) substitute—

“(a)conserving and enhancing the natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage of the Broads;

(b)promoting opportunities for the understanding and enjoyment of the special qualities of the Broads by the public; and”.

(4)Any increase in the expenses of the Broads Authority attributable to subsection (2) and not related to protecting the interests of navigation is to be met otherwise than by means of—

(a)charges of a kind mentioned in section 13(1) of the 1988 Act, or

(b)levies under section 14(1) of the 1988 Act.