# Energy Act 2004, Paragraph 5


(1) Before carrying out any function under this Schedule the Secretary of State shall consult—
(a) GEMA, and
(b) holders of existing transmission licences,
in such manner as he considers appropriate.
(2) Sub-paragraph (1) may be satisfied by consultation before, as well as by consultation after, the commencement of this paragraph.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2004/20/schedule/17/paragraph/5 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/energy-act-2004/schedule-17/paragraph-5
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