Courts and Legal Services Act 1990

Section 29.]

[F1SCHEDULE 4E+W Authorised bodies

Textual Amendments

F1Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F2Part IE+W Designation of bodies and approval of regulations and rules

Textual Amendments

F2Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

[F3F4Secretary of State]E+W

Textual Amendments

F4Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F51(1)If a professional or other body wishes to grant rights of audience or rights to conduct litigation to any of its members, it shall apply to the [F6Secretary of State] in writing for him—

(a)to recommend to Her Majesty that an Order in Council be made designating the body as an authorised body for the purposes of section 27 (if it proposes to grant rights of audience) or section 28 (if it proposes to grant rights to conduct litigation); and

(b)to approve what the body proposes as qualification regulations and rules of conduct in relation to the proposed rights.

(2)An application under this paragraph shall be accompanied by—

(a)a statement of the proposed rights;

(b)the proposed qualification regulations and rules of conduct; and

(c)such explanatory material (including material about the applicant’s constitution and activities) as the applicant considers is likely to be needed for the purposes of this Part of this Schedule.

(3)The applicant shall provide the [F6Secretary of State] with such additional information as he may reasonably require.

(4)The [F6Secretary of State] shall send a copy of—

(a)the application and accompanying material; and

(b)any information provided under sub-paragraph (3),

to the Consultative Panel, the [F7OFT] and each of the designated judges.

Textual Amendments

F5Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c.22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F7Sch. 4: "OFT" substituted (1.4.2003) in each place for "Director" by 2002 c. 40, ss. 278, 279, Sch. 25 para. 23(10)(a); S.I. 2003/766, art. 2, Sch. (with art. 3)

F8Advice of Consultative PanelE+W

Textual Amendments

F8Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F92(1)The Consultative Panel shall consider whether the application should be granted.

(2)The applicant shall provide the Consultative Panel with such additional information as it may reasonably require.

(3)When the Consultative Panel has completed its consideration it shall give such advice to the [F10Secretary of State] as it thinks fit.

(4)The Consultative Panel shall publish any advice given by it under this paragraph.

Textual Amendments

F9Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c.22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F11Advice of [F12Office of Fair Trading]E+W

Textual Amendments

F11Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F12Words in the cross-heading before Sch. 4 para. 3 substituted (1.4.2003) by 2002 c. 40, ss. 278, 279, Sch. 25 para. 23(10)(b); S.I. 2003/766, art. 2, Sch. (with art. 3)

F133(1)The [F14OFT] shall consider whether granting the application would have, or be likely to have, any significant effect on competition.

(2)The applicant shall provide the [F14OFT] with such additional information as [F15it]may reasonably require.

(3)When the [F14OFT] has completed [F16its]consideration [F16it]shall give such advice to the [F17Secretary of State] as [F16it] thinks fit.

(4)The [F14OFT] shall publish any advice given by [F18it] under this paragraph.

(5)The [F14OFT] shall, so far as practicable, exclude from anything published under sub-paragraph (4) any matter which relates to the affairs of a particular person (other than the applicant) the publication of which would, or might in [F19its] opinion, seriously and prejudicially affect the interests of that person.

(6)Section 46 shall apply in relation to the investigation of any matter with a view to its consideration under this paragraph as it applies in relation to the investigation of any matter under section 45.

Textual Amendments

F13Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c.22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F14Sch. 4: "OFT" substituted (1.4.2003) in each place for "Director" by 2002 c. 40, ss. 278, 279, Sch. 25 para. 23(10)(a); S.I. 2003/766, art. 2, Sch. (with art. 3)

F20Representations by applicantE+W

Textual Amendments

F20Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F214(1)When the [F22Secretary of State] has received the advice of the Consultative Panel and the [F23OFT], he shall send a copy of the advice to the applicant.

(2)The applicant shall be allowed a period of 28 days beginning with the day on which the copy is sent to him, or such other period as the applicant and the [F22Secretary of State] may agree, to make representations about the advice to the [F22Secretary of State].

Textual Amendments

F21Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c.22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F23Sch. 4: "OFT" substituted (1.4.2003) in each place for "Director" by 2002 c. 40, ss. 278, 279, Sch. 25 para. 23(10)(a); S.I. 2003/766, art. 2, Sch. (with art. 3)

F24 Advice of designated judgesE+W

Textual Amendments

F24Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F255(1)The [F26Secretary of State] shall send to each of the designated judges a copy of—

(a)the advice of the Consultative Panel and the [F27OFT]; and

(b)any representations made under paragraph 4(2).

(2)Each of the designated judges shall then consider whether the application should be granted.

(3)The applicant shall provide each of the designated judges with such additional information as he may reasonably require.

(4)When each of the designated judges has completed his consideration he shall give such advice to the [F26Secretary of State] as he thinks fit.

Textual Amendments

F25Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c.22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F27Sch. 4: "OFT" substituted (1.4.2003) in each place for "Director" by 2002 c. 40, ss. 278, 279, Sch. 25 para. 23(10)(a); S.I. 2003/766, art. 2, Sch. (with art. 3)

F28Decision by [F29Secretary of State]E+W

Textual Amendments

F28Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F306(1)After considering—

(a)the advice given by the Consultative Panel and any representations made about it;

(b)the advice given by the [F31OFT] and any representations made about it; and

(c)the advice given by each of the designated judges,

the [F32Secretary of State] shall decide whether to grant the application.

(2)When the [F32Secretary of State] has made his decision he shall notify the applicant of it.

(3)If the [F32Secretary of State] has decided to refuse the application he shall also notify the applicant of the reasons for his decision.

Textual Amendments

F30Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c.22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F31Sch. 4: "OFT" substituted (1.4.2003) in each place for "Director" by 2002 c. 40, ss. 278, 279, Sch. 25 para. 23(10)(a); S.I. 2003/766, art. 2, Sch. (with art. 3)

F33Effect of grant of applicationE+W

Textual Amendments

F33Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F347Where the application is granted—

(a)the [F35Secretary of State] may recommend to Her Majesty that an Order in Council be made designating the body as an authorised body for the purposes of section 27 (if it proposes to grant rights of audience) or section 28 (if it proposes to grant rights to conduct litigation); and

(b)the proposed regulations and rules are approved as qualification regulations and rules of conduct in relation to the proposed rights.

Textual Amendments

F34Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c.22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F36Part IIE+W Approval in cases of altered regulations, rules or rights

Textual Amendments

F36Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

Modifications etc. (not altering text)

F37Requirement of approvalE+W

Textual Amendments

F37Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F388(1)If an authorised body makes an alteration of its qualification regulations or rules of conduct, the alteration shall not have effect unless approved by the [F39Secretary of State].

(2)If an authorised body makes an alteration of—

(a)any rights of audience granted by it (including the grant of a new right of audience); or

(b)any rights to conduct litigation granted by it (including the grant of a new right to conduct litigation),

the qualification regulations and rules of conduct of the body shall not have effect in relation to the rights as altered unless approved by the [F39Secretary of State].

(3)If a question arises whether approval is required by virtue of this paragraph it shall be for the [F39Secretary of State] to decide.

Textual Amendments

F38Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c.22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F40Application to [F41Secretary of State]E+W

Textual Amendments

F40Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F429(1)An application by a body for the [F43Secretary of State] to approve—

(a)an alteration of qualification regulations or rules of conduct; or

(b)qualification regulations or rules of conduct in relation to altered rights,

shall be made in writing.

(2)The application shall be accompanied by—

(a)the qualification regulations and rules of conduct;

(b)a statement of the alteration of the regulations, rules or rights; and

(c)such explanatory material as the applicant considers is likely to be needed for the purposes of this Part of this Schedule.

(3)The applicant shall provide the [F43Secretary of State] with such additional information as he may reasonably require.

(4)The [F43Secretary of State] shall—

(a)send a copy of the application and accompanying material and any information provided under sub-paragraph (3) to each of the designated judges; and

(b)consider whether it would be appropriate to seek the advice of either or both of the Consultative Panel and the [F44OFT].

Textual Amendments

F42Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c.22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F44Sch. 4: "OFT" substituted (1.4.2003) in each place for "Director" by 2002 c. 40, ss. 278, 279, Sch. 25 para. 23(10)(a); S.I. 2003/766, art. 2, Sch. (with art. 3)

F45Early advice of designated judgesE+W

Textual Amendments

F45Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F4610(1)If the [F47Secretary of State] considers that it would not be appropriate to seek the advice of the Consultative Panel or the [F48OFT], he—

(a)shall inform each of the designated judges that that is his view; and

(b)may inform each of them of his provisional view as to whether or not the application should be granted.

(2)If so informed, each of the designated judges shall consider whether the application should be granted.

(3)The applicant shall provide each of the designated judges with such additional information as he may reasonably require.

(4)When each of the designated judges has completed his consideration he shall give such advice to the [F47Secretary of State] as he thinks fit.

(5)After considering the advice given by each of the designated judges, the [F47Secretary of State] shall consider again whether or not it would be appropriate to seek the advice of either or both of—

(a)the Consultative Panel; and

(b)the [F48OFT],

before deciding whether to grant the application.

Textual Amendments

F46Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c.22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F48Sch. 4: "OFT" substituted (1.4.2003) in each place for "Director" by 2002 c. 40, ss. 278, 279, Sch. 25 para. 23(10)(a); S.I. 2003/766, art. 2, Sch. (with art. 3)

F49Advice of Consultative PanelE+W

Textual Amendments

F49Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F5011(1)If the [F51Secretary of State] decides (after considering the matter under paragraph 9(4)(b) or 10(5)) to seek the advice of the Consultative Panel, he shall send to the Consultative Panel a copy of—

(a)the application and accompanying material; and

(b)any information provided under paragraph 9(3).

(2)The Consultative Panel shall consider whether the application should be granted.

(3)The applicant shall provide the Consultative Panel with such additional information as it may reasonably require.

(4)When the Consultative Panel has completed its consideration it shall give such advice to the [F51Secretary of State] as it thinks fit.

(5)The Consultative Panel shall publish any advice given by it under this paragraph.

Textual Amendments

F50Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c.22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F52 Advice of [F53Office of Fair Trading]E+W

Textual Amendments

F52Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F53Words in the cross-heading before Sch. 4 para. 12 substituted (1.4.2003) by 2002 c. 40, ss. 278, 279, Sch. 25 para. 23(10)(c); S.I. 2003/766, art. 2, Sch. (with art. 3)

F5412(1)If the [F55Secretary of State] decides (after considering the matter under paragraph 9(4)(b) or 10(5)) to seek the advice of the [F56OFT], he shall send to the [F56OFT] a copy of—

(a)the application and accompanying material; and

(b)any information provided under paragraph 9(3).

(2)The [F56OFT] shall consider whether granting the application would have, or be likely to have, any significant effect on competition.

(3)The applicant shall provide the [F56OFT] with such additional information as [F57it] may reasonably require.

(4)When the [F56OFT] has completed [F58its] consideration [F58it] shall give such advice to the [F55Secretary of State] as [F58it] thinks fit.

(5)The [F56OFT] shall publish any advice given by [F59it]under this paragraph.

(6)The [F56OFT]shall, so far as practicable, exclude from anything published under sub-paragraph (5) any matter which relates to the affairs of a particular person (other than the applicant) the publication of which would, or might in [F60its] opinion, seriously and prejudicially affect the interests of that person.

(7)Section 46 shall apply in relation to the investigation of any matter with a view to its consideration under this paragraph as it applies in relation to the investigation of any matter under section 45.

Textual Amendments

F54Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c.22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F56Sch. 4: "OFT" substituted (1.4.2003) in each place for "Director" by 2002 c. 40, ss. 278, 279, Sch. 25 para. 23(10)(a); S.I. 2003/766, art. 2, Sch. (with art. 3)

F61Representations by applicantE+W

Textual Amendments

F61Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F6213(1)If the [F63Secretary of State] has sought the advice of the Consultative Panel or the [F64OFT] he shall, on receiving it, send a copy to the applicant.

(2)The applicant shall be allowed a period of 28 days beginning with the day on which the copy is sent to him, or such other period as the applicant and the [F63Secretary of State] may agree, to make representations about the advice to the [F63Secretary of State].

Textual Amendments

F62Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c.22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F64Sch. 4: "OFT" substituted (1.4.2003) in each place for "Director" by 2002 c. 40, ss. 278, 279, Sch. 25 para. 23(10)(a); S.I. 2003/766, art. 2, Sch. (with art. 3)

F65 Advice or further advice of designated judgesE+W

Textual Amendments

F65Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F6614(1)If the [F67Secretary of State] has sought the advice of the Consultative Panel or the [F68OFT] he shall, on receiving it, send to each of the designated judges a copy of—

(a)the advice; and

(b)any representations made under paragraph 13(2).

(2)Each of the designated judges shall then consider (or consider again) whether the application should be granted.

(3)The applicant shall provide each of the designated judges with such additional information as he may reasonably require.

(4)When each of the designated judges has completed his consideration he shall give such advice to the [F67Secretary of State] as he thinks fit.

Textual Amendments

F66Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c.22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F68Sch. 4: "OFT" substituted (1.4.2003) in each place for "Director" by 2002 c. 40, ss. 278, 279, Sch. 25 para. 23(10)(a); S.I. 2003/766, art. 2, Sch. (with art. 3)

F69Decision by [F70Secretary of State]E+W

Textual Amendments

F69Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F7115(1)After considering—

(a)any advice given by the Consultative Panel and any representations made about it;

(b)any advice given by the [F72OFT] and any representations made about it; and

(c)the advice given by each of the designated judges (under paragraph 10 or 14 or both of those paragraphs),

the [F73Secretary of State] shall decide whether to grant the application.

(2)The [F73Secretary of State] may not refuse the application unless he has received advice from the Consultative Panel.

(3)When the [F73Secretary of State] has made his decision he shall notify the applicant of it.

(4)If the [F73Secretary of State] has decided to refuse the application he shall also notify the applicant of the reasons for his decision.

Textual Amendments

F71Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c.22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F72Sch. 4: "OFT" substituted (1.4.2003) in each place for "Director" by 2002 c. 40, ss. 278, 279, Sch. 25 para. 23(10)(a); S.I. 2003/766, art. 2, Sch. (with art. 3)

F74Effect of grant of applicationE+W

Textual Amendments

F74Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F7516Where the application is granted—

(a)in a case within sub-paragraph (1) of paragraph 8, the alteration of the qualification regulations or rules of conduct is approved; and

(b)in a case within sub-paragraph (2) of that paragraph, the qualification regulations or rules of conduct are approved in relation to the rights as altered.

Textual Amendments

F75Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c.22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F76Part IIIE+W Alteration of regulations and rules by order

Textual Amendments

F76Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F77Notice to authorised bodyE+W

Textual Amendments

F77Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F7817(1)If the [F79Secretary of State] considers—

(a)that any of the qualification regulations of an authorised body may unduly restrict a right of audience or right to conduct litigation or the exercise of such a right, or

(b)that any of the rules of conduct of an authorised body may unduly restrict the exercise of such a right,

he may give written notice to the body.

(2)Before giving notice to an authorised body under sub-paragraph (1) the [F79Secretary of State] shall inform each of the designated judges that he intends to do so.

Textual Amendments

F78Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c.22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F80Representations by authorised bodyE+W

Textual Amendments

F80Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F8118(1)The notice shall invite the authorised body to make representations in writing to the [F82Secretary of State].

(2)Any such representations must be made before the end of—

(a)the period of three months beginning with the date on which the notice was given; or

(b)such other period as the authorised body and the [F82Secretary of State] may agree.

(3)When that period has expired the [F82Secretary of State] shall consider, in the light of any representations made under sub-paragraph (2), whether he proposes to make alterations of the qualification regulations or rules of conduct.

(4)If the [F82Secretary of State] proposes to make alterations of the qualification regulations or rules of conduct he shall send a copy of—

(a)the alterations which he proposes to make; and

(b)any representations made under sub-paragraph (2),

to the Consultative Panel, the [F83OFT] and each of the designated judges.

Textual Amendments

F81Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c.22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F83Sch. 4: "OFT" substituted (1.4.2003) in each place for "Director" by 2002 c. 40, ss. 278, 279, Sch. 25 para. 23(10)(a); S.I. 2003/766, art. 2, Sch. (with art. 3)

F84Advice of Consultative PanelE+W

Textual Amendments

F84Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F8519(1)The Consultative Panel shall consider whether the alterations should be made.

(2)The [F86Secretary of State] and the authorised body shall provide the Consultative Panel with such additional information as it may reasonably require.

(3)When the Consultative Panel has completed its consideration it shall give such advice to the [F86Secretary of State] as it thinks fit.

(4)The Consultative Panel shall publish any advice given by it under this paragraph.

Textual Amendments

F85Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c.22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F87Advice of [F88Office of Fair Trading]E+W

Textual Amendments

F87Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F88Words in the cross-heading before Sch. 4 para. 20 substituted (1.4.2003) by 2002 c. 40, ss. 278, 279, Sch. 25 para. 23(10)(d); S.I. 2003/766, art. 2, Sch. (with art. 3)

F8920(1)The [F90OFT] shall consider whether making the alterations would have, or be likely to have, any significant effect on competition.

(2)The [F91Secretary of State] and the authorised body shall provide the [F90OFT] with such additional information as [F92it] may reasonably require.

(3)When the [F90OFT] has completed [F93its] consideration [F93it]shall give such advice to the [F91Secretary of State] as [F93it] thinks fit.

(4)The [F90OFT] shall publish any advice given by [F94it] under this paragraph.

(5)The [F90OFT]shall, so far as practicable, exclude from anything published under sub-paragraph (4) any matter which relates to the affairs of a particular person (other than the authorised body) the publication of which would, or might in [F95its] opinion, seriously and prejudicially affect the interests of that person.

(6)Section 46 shall apply in relation to the investigation of any matter with a view to its consideration under this paragraph as it applies in relation to the investigation of any matter under section 45.

Textual Amendments

F89Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c.22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F90Sch. 4: "OFT" substituted (1.4.2003) in each place for "Director" by 2002 c. 40, ss. 278, 279, Sch. 25 para. 23(10)(a); S.I. 2003/766, art. 2, Sch. (with art. 3)

F96Further representations by authorised bodyE+W

Textual Amendments

F96Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F9721(1)When the [F98Secretary of State] has received the advice of the Consultative Panel and the [F99OFT], he shall send a copy of the advice to the authorised body.

(2)The authorised body shall be allowed a period of 28 days, beginning with the day on which the copy is sent to him, or such other period as the authorised body and the [F98Secretary of State] may agree, to make representations about the advice to the [F98Secretary of State].

Textual Amendments

F97Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c.22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F99Sch. 4: "OFT" substituted (1.4.2003) in each place for "Director" by 2002 c. 40, ss. 278, 279, Sch. 25 para. 23(10)(a); S.I. 2003/766, art. 2, Sch. (with art. 3)

F100Advice of designated judgesE+W

Textual Amendments

F100Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F10122(1)The [F102Secretary of State] shall send to each of the designated judges a copy of—

(a)the advice of the Consultative Panel and the [F103OFT]; and

(b)any representations made under paragraph 21(2).

(2)Each of the designated judges shall then consider whether the alterations should be made.

(3)The [F102Secretary of State] and the authorised body shall provide each of the designated judges with such additional information as he may reasonably require.

(4)When each of the designated judges has completed his consideration he shall give such advice to the [F102Secretary of State] as he thinks fit.

Textual Amendments

F101Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c.22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F103Sch. 4: "OFT" substituted (1.4.2003) in each place for "Director" by 2002 c. 40, ss. 278, 279, Sch. 25 para. 23(10)(a); S.I. 2003/766, art. 2, Sch. (with art. 3)

F104Decision by [F105Secretary of State]E+W

Textual Amendments

F104Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F10623(1)After considering—

(a)the advice given by the Consultative Panel and any representations made about it;

(b)the advice given by the [F107OFT] and any representations made about it; and

(c)the advice given by each of the designated judges under paragraph 22,

the [F108Secretary of State] shall decide whether to make the alterations.

(2)When the [F108Secretary of State] has made his decision he shall notify the authorised body of it.

(3)If the [F108Secretary of State] has decided to make the alterations he shall also notify the authorised body of the reasons for his decision.

Textual Amendments

F106Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c.22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F107Sch. 4: "OFT" substituted (1.4.2003) in each place for "Director" by 2002 c. 40, ss. 278, 279, Sch. 25 para. 23(10)(a); S.I. 2003/766, art. 2, Sch. (with art. 3)

F109Order effecting alterationsE+W

Textual Amendments

F109Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F11024If the [F111Secretary of State] has decided to make the alterations he may make an order giving effect to the alterations.

Textual Amendments

F110Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c.22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F112Part IVE+W Revocation of designation

Textual Amendments

F112Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F113Order in CouncilE+W

Textual Amendments

F113Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F11425(1)Where an Order in Council has been made designating a body as an authorised body for the purposes of section 27, or for the purposes of section 28, the [F115Secretary of State] may recommend to Her Majesty that an Order in Council be made revoking that designation.

(2)A recommendation may be made under sub-paragraph (1) only if—

(a)the authorised body has made a written request to the [F115Secretary of State] asking for it to be made;

(b)the authorised body has agreed in writing to its being made; or

(c)the [F115Secretary of State] is satisfied that the circumstances at the time when he is considering whether to make the recommendation are such that, had that body then been applying to become an authorised body, its application would have failed.

Textual Amendments

F114Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c.22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F116 Requirement to seek adviceE+W

Textual Amendments

F116Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F11726Where the [F118Secretary of State] considers that it may be appropriate for him to make a recommendation in reliance on paragraph 25(2)(c), he shall seek the advice of the Consultative Panel and the [F119OFT].

Textual Amendments

F117Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c.22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F119Sch. 4: "OFT" substituted (1.4.2003) in each place for "Director" by 2002 c. 40, ss. 278, 279, Sch. 25 para. 23(10)(a); S.I. 2003/766, art. 2, Sch. (with art. 3)

F120 Advice of Consultative PanelE+W

Textual Amendments

F120Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F12127(1)The Consultative Panel shall carry out such investigations with respect to the authorised body as it considers appropriate.

(2)The [F122Secretary of State] and the authorised body shall provide the Consultative Panel with such additional information as it may reasonably require.

(3)When the Consultative Panel has completed its investigations it shall—

(a)advise the [F122Secretary of State] as to whether or not there appear to be grounds for making the recommendation; and

(b)if its advice is that there appear to be such grounds, advise the [F122Secretary of State] as to the transitional and incidental provision (if any) which it considers should be included in any Order made in pursuance of it.

(4)The Consultative Panel shall publish any advice given by it under this paragraph.

Textual Amendments

F121Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c.22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F123Advice of [F124Office of Fair Trading]E+W

Textual Amendments

F123Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F124Words in the cross-heading before Sch. 4 para. 28 substituted (1.4.2003) by 2002 c. 40, ss. 278, 279, Sch. 25 para. 23(10)(e); S.I. 2003/766, art. 2, Sch. (with art. 3)

F12528(1)The [F126OFT] shall consider whether revoking the designation would have, or be likely to have, any significant effect on competition.

(2)The [F127Secretary of State] and the authorised body shall provide the [F126OFT] with such additional information as [F128it] may reasonably require.

(3)When the [F126OFT] has completed [F129its] consideration sh all give such advice to the [F127Secretary of State] as [F129it] thinks fit.

(4)The [F126OFT] shall publish any advice given by [F130it] under this paragraph.

(5)The [F126OFT]shall, so far as practicable, exclude from anything published under sub-paragraph (4) any matter which relates to the affairs of a particular person (other than the authorised body) the publication of which would, or might in [F131its] opinion, seriously and prejudicially affect the interests of that person.

(6)Section 46 shall apply in relation to the investigation of any matter with a view to its consideration under this paragraph as it applies in relation to the investigation of any matter under section 45.

Textual Amendments

F125Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c.22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F126Sch. 4: "OFT" substituted (1.4.2003) in each place for "Director" by 2002 c. 40, ss. 278, 279, Sch. 25 para. 23(10)(a); S.I. 2003/766, art. 2, Sch. (with art. 3)

F132Notice to authorised bodyE+W

Textual Amendments

F132Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F13329(1)When the [F134Secretary of State] has received the advice of the Consultative Panel and the [F135OFT], he may give to the body a notice containing—

(a)a copy of the advice; and

(b)a statement of the effect of an Order made in pursuance of the recommendation.

(2)The notice shall invite the authorised body to make representations in writing to the [F134Secretary of State].

(3)Any such representations must be made before the end of—

(a)the period of three months beginning with the date on which the notice was given; or

(b)such other period as the authorised body and the [F134Secretary of State] may agree.

Textual Amendments

F133Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c.22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F135Sch. 4: "OFT" substituted (1.4.2003) in each place for "Director" by 2002 c. 40, ss. 278, 279, Sch. 25 para. 23(10)(a); S.I. 2003/766, art. 2, Sch. (with art. 3)

F136Notice to members of authorised bodyE+W

Textual Amendments

F136Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F13730(1)Where the [F138Secretary of State]—

(a)has given a notice to an authorised body under paragraph 29(1); or

(b)is proposing to make a recommendation in relation to an authorised body in reliance on paragraph 25(2)(a) or (b),

he shall take such steps as are reasonably practicable to bring the matter to the attention of the members of the authorised body and of any other persons who, in his opinion, are likely to be affected by an Order made in pursuance of the recommendation.

(2)Any such steps shall include inviting those members and other persons to make representations to the [F138Secretary of State].

(3)Any such representations—

(a)shall, except in such circumstances as the [F138Secretary of State] may specify, be in writing; and

(b)must be made before the end of the period of three months beginning with such date as may be specified by the [F138Secretary of State].

Textual Amendments

F137Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c.22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F139Advice of designated judgesE+W

Textual Amendments

F139Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F14031(1)The [F141Secretary of State] shall send to each of the designated judges—

(a)a copy of any written representations made under paragraph 30 and a note of any oral representations made under that paragraph; and

(b)in a case where he is required to seek the advice of the Consultative Panel and the [F142OFT], a copy of the advice given to him by the Consultative Panel and the [F142OFT]and of any representations made under paragraph 29.

(2)Each of the designated judges shall then consider whether the [F141Secretary of State] should make the recommendation.

(3)The [F141Secretary of State] and the authorised body shall provide each of the designated judges with such additional information as he may reasonably require.

(4)When each of the designated judges has completed his consideration he shall give such advice to the [F141Secretary of State] as he thinks fit.

Textual Amendments

F140Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c.22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F142Sch. 4: "OFT" substituted (1.4.2003) in each place for "Director" by 2002 c. 40, ss. 278, 279, Sch. 25 para. 23(10)(a); S.I. 2003/766, art. 2, Sch. (with art. 3)

F143Consideration by [F144Secretary of State]E+W

Textual Amendments

F143Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F14532Before deciding whether to make the recommendation the [F146Secretary of State] shall consider—

(a)any representations made under paragraph 30 and the advice given by each of the designated judges; and

(b)in a case where he is required to seek the advice of the Consultative Panel and the [F147OFT], the advice given to him by the Consultative Panel and the [F147OFT]and of any representations made under paragraph 29.

Textual Amendments

F145Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c.22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F147Sch. 4: "OFT" substituted (1.4.2003) in each place for "Director" by 2002 c. 40, ss. 278, 279, Sch. 25 para. 23(10)(a); S.I. 2003/766, art. 2, Sch. (with art. 3)

F148The OrderE+W

Textual Amendments

F148Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c. 22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)

F14933(1)An Order made in pursuance of a recommendation under paragraph 25 may include any appropriate transitional and incidental provision.

(2)Where an Order is made in relation to a body in pursuance of such a recommendation, the grant of any rights of audience, or rights to conduct litigation, to any person by the body shall cease to have effect, subject to any transitional provision included in the Order.

(3)Where such an Order is made, the [F150Secretary of State] shall—

(a)give the body written notice of the making of the Order and of his reasons for recommending that it be made;

(b)take such steps as are reasonably practicable to bring the making of the Order to the attention of the members of that body; and

(c)publish notice of the making of the Order in such manner as he considers appropriate for bringing it to the attention of persons (other than those members) who, in his opinion, are likely to be affected by the Order.

Textual Amendments

F149Sch. 4 substituted (1.1.2000) by 1999 c.22, s. 41, Sch. 5 para. 2 (with Sch. 14 para. 7(2)); S.I. 1999/3344, art. 2(a) (subject to art. 4, Sch. 2 of that S.I.)