This document establishes the legal framework and mandatory limits regarding the sulphur content permitted in gas oil used within Great Britain. The regulations were enacted by the British government to align national standards with European Community directives concerning air quality and the reduction of sulfur dioxide emissions. The text provides the specific technical thresholds and compliance requirements for fuel suppliers and distributors operating under the 1990 legislative mandate.

Legal professionals and industry compliance officers utilize this text as a foundational regulatory reference for historical environmental standards. The document is characterized by its precise, technical language and rigid adherence to statutory formatting.