Explanatory Note

(This note is not part of the Order)

This Order brings into force on 25th January 1990 provisions of the Companies Act 1989 which amend section 180 of the Financial Services Act 1986. The amendments permit the disclosure of information which has been obtained under the Financial Services Act and which would otherwise be restricted, for the purpose of any disciplinary proceedings relating to the discharge by a public servant of his duties.

The Order also brings into force on 25th January 1990 the provision giving the short title of the 1989 Act.