Article 25U.K.
1.Before taking a decision or imposing a penalty under Article 18 of this Regulation, the Commission shall hear explanations from the person concerned or his authorised representative; it may appoint one of its officials to hear such explanations.
2.Pursuant to Article 172 of the Treaty, the Court of Justice shall have unlimited jurisdiction in regard to any penalty imposed under Articles 17 and 18. The Commission may not proceed with the enforcement of a penalty until the period allowed for appeal has expired.