3. Notwithstanding the repeal by section 70 of the Competition Act 1998 of sections 44 and 45 of the Patents Act 1977(1)–
(a)section 44 shall continue to apply in respect of any agreement made before the starting date; and
(b)section 45 shall continue to apply where an application is made or notice is given under section 45(1) or (3) respectively before the starting date.