92Varying digital channel plan

92 Varying digital channel plan

(1) This section applies if the ACMA wishes to vary a digital channel plan made for this Scheme.

(2) the ACMA must decide:

(a) whether it is appropriate to invite comments on the variation; and

(b) if so — whether it is appropriate for it to use the process for inviting comments in section 89.

Note In some circumstances, it may be more efficient for the ACMA to use a different form of public consultation.

(3) If the ACMA invites comments, it must have regard to any comments it receives when considering the form of a variation.

(4) the ACMA must have regard to the matters mentioned in subsection 88 (2).

(5) the ACMA may have regard to any of the matters mentioned in subsection 88 (3).

(6) the ACMA may vary the digital channel plan:

(a) at any time after completing its consultation; or

(b) if there is no consultation — at any time.

(7) If the ACMA varies the digital channel plan, it must publish a notice stating where copies of the variation may be obtained.