13.—(1) If the FCA proposes to refuse an application made under regulation 11(1) [F1, Article 15 of the EuSEF Regulation or Article 14 of the EuVECA Regulation] it must give the applicant a warning notice.
(2) If the FCA decides to refuse an application—
(a)it must give the applicant a decision notice; and
(b)the applicant may refer the matter to the Tribunal.
[F2(3) Paragraph (2)(a) does not apply in relation to an application for registration as a EuSEF Manager or a EuVECA Manager (in respect of which see Article 15b of the EuSEF Regulation or Article 14b of the EuVECA Regulation).]
Textual Amendments
F1Words in reg. 13(1) inserted (1.3.2018) by The Alternative Investment Fund Managers (Amendment) Regulations 2018 (S.I. 2018/134), regs. 1(2), 2(5)(a)
F2Reg. 13(3) inserted (1.3.2018) by The Alternative Investment Fund Managers (Amendment) Regulations 2018 (S.I. 2018/134), regs. 1(2), 2(5)(b)