Maritime and Port Authority of Brunei Darussalam Act · s 51

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s 51Removal of certain obstructions and compensation therefor

( 1 ) Notwithstanding that any obstruction or impediment to the navigation of the port has been lawfully made or has become lawful by reason of the long continuance of such obstruction or impediment or otherwise, the Authority may, with the approval of the Minister, cause the same to be removed or altered, and making to the persons who suffer damage by such removal or alteration, reasonable compensation for the damage done.

(2)

If any dispute arises concerning such compensation, the amount and, if necessary, any question of liability shall be summarily ascertained and determined by a court of competent jurisdiction.

(3)

An appeal shall lie to the High Court from any decision of a

Court of a Magistrate under this section, and the provisions of the Criminal

Procedure Code (Chapter 7) apply, with the necessary modifications, to all such appeals.