Explanatory note

This Order requires Interbrew SA and Bass Holdings Limited (formerly a subsidiary of Bass PLC) to maintain the business of Interbrew SA separately from those of Bass Holdings Limited. The merger of Interbrew SA and enterprises formerly carried on by or under the control of Bass PLC has been referred to the Competition Commission. This Order, unless previously revoked, will cease to have effect 40 days after the Commission’s report is laid before Parliament, or on the failure of the Commission to report within the period allowed.