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5.—(1) A programme must not be certified as a British programme under these Regulations if parts of the programme whose playing time exceeds 10% of the total playing time are derived from a previous programme, unless—
(a)the two programmes have the same television production company or producer; and
(b)the previous programme has not been certified under these Regulations.
(2) The Secretary of State may direct that paragraph (1) does not apply in relation to a programme if in the opinion of the Secretary of State—
(a)it is a documentary within the meaning of section 1216AB(3)(b) of the Act; and
(b)its subject matter makes it appropriate for paragraph (1) not to be applied.
(3) For the purposes of this regulation—
(a)no account may be taken of the programme soundtrack;
(b)“producer” means the person by whom the arrangements necessary for the making of a programme are undertaken.