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Baker30611  
#1 Posted : 15 January 2013 12:52:35(UTC)
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Baker30611

I was asked this question recently, and have struggled to find an answer that seems valid. What is the difference between an 'Order' (RRFSO) and a 'Regulation'? I know they are both SIs, and as such legally enforceable documents, but could not find any reasoning why the RRFSO was not called the 'Fire Regulations'. I thought it might be something to do with enforcement, HSE v Fire authorities, but found another 'order' that is enforced by the HSE (The Adventure Activities (Licensing) (Designation) Order 2007) so got even more confused! It will probably be something quite simple, which will result in a smacking of forehead when I read your replies! Many thanks, Mike
Kate  
#2 Posted : 15 January 2013 12:56:41(UTC)
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Kate

I've forgotten the detail, but it's just the process by which they are made and pass through Parliament.
leadbelly  
#3 Posted : 15 January 2013 13:00:24(UTC)
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leadbelly

Baker30611  
#4 Posted : 15 January 2013 13:06:54(UTC)
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Baker30611

Yes, LB this makes sense, many thanks! Mike
Kate  
#5 Posted : 15 January 2013 13:09:23(UTC)
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Kate

I think is teh more relevant entry on that site: http://www.parliament.uk...egislative-reform-orders
Kate  
#6 Posted : 15 January 2013 13:11:30(UTC)
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Kate

Oh for goodness sake. I can spell and write complete sentences really.
leadbelly  
#7 Posted : 15 January 2013 13:39:56(UTC)
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leadbelly

Kate Thanks for the correction; I thought the RRFSO was an oder in council. LB
Kate  
#8 Posted : 15 January 2013 13:45:19(UTC)
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Kate

And of course I was wrong as well - as the RRFSO abolished the Fire Precautions Act, which regulations wouldn't have been able to do.
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