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<Text>In paragraph 103 of the electronic communications code (duty for OFCOM to prepare code of practice), in sub-paragraph (1), after paragraph (c) insert—</Text>
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<Text>the handling by operators of complaints relating to the failure of operators to comply with the code of practice;</Text>
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