Custom House Agent licence renewal must be for the full statutory term; clarifies deposits, records access, and employment approvals The Board directs that CHA licences under the 2004 Regulations must be renewed for the full statutory term and not curtailed where show cause notices exist, since suspension and revocation powers already address interim action. Enhanced security applies only to fresh centralised licences; earlier location specific deposits must be returned when licences are surrendered at non principal stations. Records may be inspected for specified regulatory grounds and requests should identify the purpose or particular documents sought. Prior approval of employed persons applies only to those assisting in CHA work, not to general staff.
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Custom House Agent licence renewal must be for the full statutory term; clarifies deposits, records access, and employment approvals
The Board directs that CHA licences under the 2004 Regulations must be renewed for the full statutory term and not curtailed where show cause notices exist, since suspension and revocation powers already address interim action. Enhanced security applies only to fresh centralised licences; earlier location specific deposits must be returned when licences are surrendered at non principal stations. Records may be inspected for specified regulatory grounds and requests should identify the purpose or particular documents sought. Prior approval of employed persons applies only to those assisting in CHA work, not to general staff.
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