(1)Subject to [F1the terms of the licence] , a licence to carry on a business covers all lawful activities done in the course of that business, whether by the licensee or other persons on his behalf.
(2)F2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
(3)A licence covers the canvassing off trade premises of debtor-creditor-supplier agreements or regulated consumer hire agreements only if, and to the extent that, the licence specifically so provides; and such provision shall not be included in a group licence.
(4)[F3The OFT may by general notice specify] other activities which, if engaged in by or on behalf of the person carrying on a business, require to be covered by an express term in his licence.
Textual Amendments
F1Words in s. 23(1) substituted (6.4.2008) by Consumer Credit Act 2006 (c. 14), ss. {33(3)}, 71(2); S.I. 2007/3300, art. 3(2), Sch. 2
F2S. 23(2) repealed (6.4.2008) by Consumer Credit Act 2006 (c. 14), ss. 70, 71(2), Sch. 4; S.I. 2007/3300, art. 3(2), Sch. 2
F3Words in s. 23(4) substituted (1.12.2007) by Consumer Credit Act 2006 (c. 14), ss. {33(4)}, 71(2); S.I. 2007/3300, art. 3(1), Sch. 1