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(1)This Part

(a)confers functions on the CMA in relation to the regulation of competition in digital markets, and

(b)makes related provision.

(2)Chapter 2 makes provision about the designation of undertakings as having strategic market status in respect of a digital activity.

(3)Chapter 3 provides for the CMA to be able to impose conduct requirements on a designated undertaking.

(4)Chapter 4 provides for the CMA to take steps to promote competition where it considers that activities of a designated undertaking are having an adverse effect on competition.

(5)Chapter 5 makes provision about a duty to report certain possible mergers involving a designated undertaking.

(6)Chapter 6 makes provision about investigatory powers and compliance reports in relation to a designated undertaking.

(7)Chapter 7 makes provision about enforcement and appeals in relation to functions of the CMA under this Part.

(8)Chapter 8 makes provision about administration and other matters in relation to functions of the CMA under this Part.

Commencement Information

I1S. 1 not in force at Royal Assent, see s. 339(1)

I2S. 1 in force at 1.1.2025 by S.I. 2024/1226, regs. 1(2), 2(1)(2)

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