Part 6Distribution of revenue

Resolution process

63Duration and revocation of distribution orders

(1)

A distribution order comes into force at such time as the order may specify.

(2)

A distribution order ceases to have effect—

(a)

on such day as may be specified in the order, or

(b)

if revoked under subsection (3) or (4).

(3)

The IFR may revoke a distribution order if it considers that there are exceptional circumstances that make it appropriate to do so.

(4)

The IFR must revoke a distribution order where it is satisfied that the two specified competition organisers have, after the making of the order, entered into a distribution agreement relating to the same qualifying football season or seasons to which the distribution order relates.

(5)

Where the IFR revokes a distribution order, it must give a notice to that effect to the specified competition organisers.

(6)

The notice must include the reasons for the IFR’s decision.

(7)

The notice may include transitional, transitory or saving provision in relation to the revocation of the distribution order.