# The Telecommunications (Open Network Provision) (Voice Telephony) Regulations 1998, Regulation 12: Specific measures for disabled users


In exercising their functions under Part II and sections 47 to 49 of the Act, the Secretary of State and the Director shall, where appropriate, take specific measures to ensure equal access to and affordability of fixed publicly available telephone services for disabled users and users with special social needs.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1998/1580/regulation/12 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/telecommunications-open-network-provision-voice-telephony-regulations-1998/regulation-12
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