Part 2Networks, services and the radio spectrum

Chapter 1Electronic communications networks and services

Security of public electronic communications networks and services: designated vendor directions

F1105Z29Enforcement of information requirements etc

(1)

Sections 105Z18, 105Z19(1) to (3), 105Z20 and 105Z21 apply in relation to a contravention by a person of a requirement under section 105Z27 as they apply in relation to a contravention by a public communications provider of a requirement imposed by a designated vendor direction, subject to subsection (2).

(2)

Section 105Z19 (as applied by this section) has effect as if—

(a)

in subsection (2), the maximum penalty specified were £10 million;

(b)

in subsection (3), the maximum penalty specified were £50,000 per day.

(3)

The Secretary of State may by regulations amend subsection (2) so as to substitute a different amount for the amount for the time being specified in subsection (2)(a) or (b).

(4)

No regulations are to be made containing provision authorised by subsection (3) unless a draft of the regulations has been laid before Parliament and approved by a resolution of each House.