Paragraph 8 Directions

(1)

The Regulator may give directions in writing to the operator for the purpose of ensuring that the switching service continues to meet the requirements of regulation 15(2).

(2)

A direction may—

(a)

require or prohibit the taking of specified action by the operator in the operation of the switching service;

(b)

set standards to be met in the operation of the switching service.

(3)

A direction must inform the operator of—

(a)

the date by which its terms must be complied with; and

(b)

the Regulator’s power to—

(i)

require the operator to pay a penalty pursuant to paragraph 9(1)(b) in the event of the operator’s failure to comply with the direction; and

(ii)

apply to the court for an order pursuant to paragraph 11 for the purpose of securing the operator’s compliance with the direction.