[F131FPower for Secretary of State to impose time-limits on investigations etc.U.K.
(1)The Secretary of State may by order impose time-limits in relation to—
(a)the conduct by the CMA of investigations or investigations of a description specified in the order;
(b)the making by the CMA of decisions (within the meaning given by section 31(2)) as a result of investigations or investigations of such a description.
(2)Before making an order under subsection (1), the Secretary of State must consult the CMA and such other persons as the Secretary of State considers appropriate.]
Textual Amendments
F1S. 31F inserted (25.4.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2014 in so far as not already in force) by Enterprise and Regulatory Reform Act 2013 (c. 24), ss. 45, 103(1)(i)(3); S.I. 2014/416, art. 2(1)(b) (with Sch.)