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Simple terms explainer:
Councils must enforce rules that prevent the supply of motorcycle exhaust systems and silencers likely to cause excessive noise. This involves inspecting suppliers, ensuring products meet prescribed standards, and taking enforcement action where breaches occur. Councils act through Trading Standards under consumer protection powers to reduce noise pollution and protect communities.
Legal status
Statutory
Duty category
Environmental health
Duty type
Compliance
Social determinant of health
Neighbourhood and environment
Emerging policy and legislation
1
Bodies with shared interest
Trading Standards Scotland
Police Scotland
Standards and frameworks
2