Part 2

Networks, services and the radio spectrum
Chapter 1

Electronic communications networks and services

Online infringement of copyright: obligations of internet service providers

Code by OFCOM about obligations to limit internet access
124I
1
For any period during which there are one or more technical obligations in force under section 124H,
OFCOM
must by order make a technical obligations code for the purpose of regulating those obligations.
2
The code may be made separately from, or in combination with, any initial obligations code under section 124D.
3
A code under this section may—
a
do any of the things mentioned in section 124C(3) to (5) or section 124D(5)(a) to (g); and
b
make other provision for the purpose of regulating the technical obligations.
4
OFCOM
must not make a code under this section unless they are satisfied that it meets the criteria set out in section 124J.
5
OFCOM
must—
a
keep a code under this section under review; and
b
by order make any amendment of it that is necessary to ensure that while it is in force it continues to meet the criteria set out in section 124J.
6
The consent of the Secretary of State is required for the making or amendment by
OFCOM
of a code under this section.
7
Section 403 applies to the power of
OFCOM
to make an order under this section.
8
A statutory instrument containing an order made by
OFCOM
under this section is subject to annulment in pursuance of a resolution of either House of Parliament.
S. 124I inserted (8.6.2010) by Digital Economy Act 2010 (c. 24), ss. 11, 47(1)
S. 124A and cross-heading inserted (8.6.2010) by Digital Economy Act 2010 (c. 24), ss. 3, 47(1)