Ofcom has now decided to proceed with the modification to the PRS Condition proposed in the Second Consultation. In that regard, Ofcom believes that it is plainly desirable that regulatory requirements should be set out as clearly, unequivocally and transparently as is possible (notwithstanding the inevitable complexity of the technology and markets with which Ofcom’s responsibilities are concerned), and that confusions or doubts which might make ICSTIS’ consumer protection work more difficult should be removed.
Ofcom is also satisfied that the statutory requirements for modifying the PRS Condition are met in respect of the amendment. In that regard, Ofcom does not see any incompatibility between the provision of clarity in respect of existing regulatory requirements, and the principles of transparency, proportionality or non-discrimination.
The modification, which is set out at Annex 2 will come into force one month from date of publication of the Notification and Statement.