These Regulations amend the Common Agricultural Policy Single Payment and Support Schemes (Cross Compliance) (Wales)Regulations 2004, by: (a) redefining the list of agri-environment commitments which take precedence over cross-compliance standards and requirements; (b) amending the definition of “authorised person”; (c) updating the definitions of the Council and Commission Regulations; (d) designating the Secretary of State as the competent control authority in relation to statutory management requirements numbers 16 to 18 of Annex III of the Council Regulation on animal welfare; (e) increasing the powers of inspectors in order to provide for inspections relating to new animal welfare requirements; and (f) amending the provisions concerning post-harvest management of land.
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland · 2007-03-21