Section 72A: Review of universal service order

Communications Act 2003 · 2003 c. 21View on legislation.gov.uk

Part 2: Networks, services and the radio spectrum — Chapter 1: Electronic communications networks and services

The Secretary of State may direct OFCOM to review and report to the Secretary of State on any provision made, or that may be made, by the universal service order ....

The Secretary of State must consult OFCOM before giving a direction under this section.

The Secretary of State must publish a direction under this section.

OFCOM must publish the report made by them to the Secretary of State of a review under this section.

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