Section 6: Powers of Authority in relation to licences
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6. Powers of Authority in relation to licences
(1) The Authority may, subject to this Act—
(a) issue, transfer or renew a licence or amend the terms of a licence, on such terms and conditions as it thinks fit; or
(b) reject an application.
(2) Where the Authority decides to issue, transfer or renew a licence or
to amend the terms of a licence, or refuses to do so, it shall give written notice of its decision within 14 days of the making of its decision.
(3) Where the Authority rejects an application, it shall also state the reason for the rejection in the notice.
(4) No licence shall be issued, transferred or renewed, and no terms of a
licence shall be amended by the Authority unless the applicant pays such fee
as may be prescribed.
(5) Every licence shall specify—
(a) the name and business address of the applicant;
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(b) the equipment, apparatus and premises of the applicant;
(c) the electricity service to be provided; and
(d) any term or condition imposed under subsection (1).
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Questions this section answers
- Must the Authority give me written reasons if it rejects my electricity licence application?
- Do I have to pay a fee before my electricity licence is issued?