32. After section 4B of the Gas Act 1986(1) insert—
The Authority must carry out its functions under this Part in the manner that it considers is best calculated to implement, or to ensure compliance with, any binding decision of the Agency or the European Commission made under the Gas Directive, the Gas Regulation or the Agency Regulation in relation to gas.”.
Section 4B was inserted by section 12 of the Utilities Act 2000 (c. 27). An amendment has been made that is not relevant for these purposes.