This order, which comes into force on 1 March 2020, continues the prohibition of the importation of high-power laser pointers contained in the Customs Import Prohibition (High-power Laser Pointers) Order 2017. High-power laser pointers may be imported only with the consent of, and subject to any conditions as may be imposed by, the chief executive of the Ministry of Health.
This order is a confirmable instrument under section 47B of the Legislation Act 2012. It is revoked at the close of 31 December 2020, unless earlier confirmed by an Act of Parliament. That time (the close of 31 December 2020) is the applicable deadline under section 47C(1)(b) of that Act. If the order is confirmed, it will continue until revoked or amended.