
1 
The Order may be cited as the Regulation of Investigatory Powers (Covert Surveillance: Code of Practice) Order 2002 and shall come into force on 1st August 2002.
2 
The draft code of practice entitled “Covert Surveillance”, laid before each House of Parliament on 10th June 2002, relating to covert surveillance under Part II of the 2000 Act, shall come into force on 1st August 2002.
Bob Ainsworth
Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State
Home Office
22nd July 2002