# The Deregulation (Wireless Telegraphy) Order 1996, Note: Explanatory note


(This note is not part of the Order)
This Order amends: —
(a) the Wireless Telegraphy Act 1949, and
(b) the Wireless Telegraphy Act 1967
First, it amends section 1 of the 1949 Act with the effect that television dealers will no longer be required to have a licence for the purpose of demonstrating, testing or repairing receivers.
Secondly, it repeals section 1 of the 1967 Act, with a consequential amendment of section 2, with the effect that television dealers will no longer be required to register with the BBC.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1996/1864/note (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/deregulation-wireless-telegraphy-order-1996/note
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