96.11 Order Under Section 10 (1) Of The Act - Local Government (Water Pollution) Act 1977

What this form is for

• • Use this form when a local authority needs to formally issue an Order.
• • The order must specifically relate to water pollution matters within a defined Local Government area.
• • It is used when Section 10 (1) of the Local Government (Water Pollution) Act 1977 applies.
• • Do not use this if you are just reporting pollution; this form issues the official command/order.

Use this form or another form?

Deadline or filing window

The submission timing is event-driven; file it as soon as the need for the formal Order arises under the Act. Not confirmed in official source if a specific grace period applies.

Before you submit

• • Ensure all required fields on Form 96.11 are completed (no blank boxes).
• • Confirm the date of the Order is accurate.
• • Verify that the specific pollution issue described aligns with the Act's scope.
• • Check that the Local Government area cited matches the location of the pollution.
• • If applicable, attach supporting documentation (e.g., sample reports) to the form.
• • Sign and date the document where indicated by the Courts Service.

How to file this form

1. 1Complete Form 96.11 fully using black ink.
2. 2Have the appropriate local authority representative sign the order.
3. 3Submit the completed form to the relevant local council office or designated recipient.
4. 4If electronic submission is required, upload a scanned copy of the signed document.
5. 5Keep a physical copy for your own records.

Known limitations

• • The form itself does not guarantee the order will be upheld in court; it initiates the process.
• • It only covers matters under Section 10 (1) and is specific to water pollution.
• • Specific fees or associated administrative charges are Not confirmed in official source.
• • Its use is strictly limited to Local Government bodies, not national agencies like EPA alone.