Canals Act, 1986

Facilitation of certain works by local authorities, etc.

10.—The Commissioners may temporarily—

(a) close to navigation any part of the canals, and

(b) alter the water level of any part of the canals,

to enable a local authority or other person to carry out, with the consent of the Commissioners, any works which may be necessary on or near the canal property:

Provided that nothing in this section shall affect—

(i) the rights of the Board under section 9 (2) or 12 (1) or

(ii) any agreement existing on the vesting day making provision for the supply of water from the canals.