(1)In section 3(2) of the Prosecution of Offences Act 1985 (functions of the Director of Public Prosecutions), before paragraph (g) insert—
“(fi)to have the conduct of applications for orders under section 20(1)(b) of the Public Order Act 2023 (serious disruption prevention orders on conviction);”.
(2)In section 379(1) of the Sentencing Code (other behaviour orders etc), after the entry for the Elections Act 2022 insert—
| “Public Order Act 2023 | ||
|---|---|---|
| section 20 | serious disruption prevention order | protest-related offence within the meaning of Part 2 of that Act.” |