Overview

The Video Recordings Act 2010 temporarily repealed and then revived sections of the Video Recordings Act 1984, ensuring their continued compliance with European Union law (specifically, the Technical Standards Directive). This was achieved through a process of repeal followed immediately by revival, addressing any potential legal issues arising from changes in EU regulations.

Description

This Act primarily amended the Video Recordings Act 1984. Specifically, sections 1 to 17, 19, 21, and 22 of the 1984 Act, concerning the regulation of video distribution, were temporarily repealed. Simultaneously, these sections were brought back into force after being notified to the European Commission in compliance with Directive 98/34/EC (Technical Standards Directive). The Act includes transitional provisions in a schedule to ensure that actions taken under the 1984 Act before the 2010 Act's commencement remain valid.

Transitional Provisions

The Schedule addresses how existing designations, arrangements, classifications, and approvals under the 1984 Act continue to be valid after the 2010 Act's enactment. It also clarifies how the 2010 Act interacts with other legislation, especially the Regulatory Enforcement and Sanctions Act 2008, regarding civil sanctions for related offences.

Government Spending

The Act does not directly specify changes to government spending. The costs associated with the legal process of repealing and reviving sections of the 1984 Act, as well as any administrative work related to compliance with the Technical Standards Directive, would constitute the only potential effect on government expenditure. Exact figures are not available within the Act itself.

Groups Affected

• Video distributors: The Act directly impacts their obligations under the Video Recordings Act 1984 concerning the distribution of video recordings.
• Authorities responsible for regulating video distribution: These bodies continue to operate under the reinstated sections of the 1984 Act, with the Act clarifying the legality of past actions.
• Legal professionals and courts: The Act affects the legal interpretation and application of the Video Recordings Act 1984.

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