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6(1)The scheme operator is not to be regarded as exercising functions on behalf of the Crown.U.K.
(2)The scheme operator’s F1... officers and staff are not to be regarded as Crown servants.
(3)Appointment as Chief Ombudsman or to the panel or as a deputy ombudsman does not confer the status of Crown servant.
Textual Amendments
F1Words in Sch. 17 para. 6(2) omitted (24.1.2013 for specified purposes, 1.4.2013 in so far as not already in force) by virtue of Financial Services Act 2012 (c. 21), s. 122(3), Sch. 11 para. 17 (with Sch. 20); S.I. 2013/113, art. 2(1)(c), Sch. Pt. 3; S.I. 2013/423, art. 3, Sch.