(1)  For the purposes of this Part, a relevant decision-maker in relation to a permit means –

(a) the Secretary; or

(b) an authorised officer.

(2)  Despite subsection (1) , the following types of permit may only be issued by the Secretary, the Chief Veterinary Officer or the Chief Plant Protection Officer:

(a) an emergency permit;

(b) a prohibited matter permit;

(c) a prohibited dealing permit;

(d) a group permit.