Part 2

Networks, services and the radio spectrum
Chapter 2

Spectrum use

Limitations and exemptions applied to spectrum use

Terms etc. of wireless telegraphy licences
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In section 1 of the Wireless Telegraphy Act 1949 (c. 54), after subsection (2) (terms, provisions and limitations of the licence) there shall be inserted—
2A
Those terms, provisions and limitations may also include, in particular—
a
terms, provisions and limitations as to strength or type of signal, as to times of use and as to the sharing of frequencies;
b
terms, provisions or limitations imposing prohibitions on the transmission or broadcasting of particular matters by the holder of the licence; and
c
terms or provisions requiring the transmission or broadcasting of particular matters by that person.
2B
A licence under this section may be granted either—
a
in relation to a particular station or particular apparatus; or
b
in relation to any station or apparatus falling within a description specified in the licence;
and such a description may be expressed by reference to such factors (including factors confined to the manner in which it is established, installed or used) as OFCOM think fit.
2C
The terms, provisions and limitations of a licence granted under this section to a person must not duplicate obligations already imposed on him by general conditions set under section 45 of the Communications Act 2003.