# The Wireless Telegraphy Act 2006 (Directions to OFCOM) (Revocation) Order 2026, Introduction: Introductory text


ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS
Made 15th July 2026
Coming into force 16th July 2026
The Secretary of State makes this Order in exercise of the powers conferred by section 5 of the Wireless Telegraphy Act 2006.
In accordance with section 6(2) of that Act, the Secretary of State has consulted OFCOM and such other persons as the Secretary of State thinks fit.
In accordance with section 6(3A) of that Act, the Secretary of State has taken due account of the desirability of not favouring one form of electronic communications network, electronic communications service or associated facility or one means of providing or making available such a network, service or facility, over another.
In accordance with section 6(4) of that Act, a draft of this Order was laid before Parliament and approved by resolution of each House of Parliament.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2026/838/introduction (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/wireless-telegraphy-act-2006-directions-to-ofcom-revocation-order-2026/introduction
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