Paragraph 163 Application

(1)

For the protection of National Grid as referred to in this Schedule the following provisions have effect, unless National Grid is acting with the benefit of the Order or as otherwise agreed in writing, between the undertaker and National Grid.

(2)

Subject to sub paragraph (3) or to the extent otherwise agreed in writing between the undertaker and National Grid, where the benefit of this Order is transferred or granted to another person under article 7 (consent to transfer benefit of the Order)—

(a)

any agreement of the type mentioned in sub-paragraph (1) has effect as if it had been made between National Grid and the transferee or grantee (as the case may be); and

(b)

written notice of the transfer or grant must be given to National Grid on or before the date of that transfer or grant

(3)

Sub-paragraph (2) does not apply where the benefit of the Order is transferred or granted to National Grid (but without prejudice to paragraph 261(3)(b)).