32Removal, &c., of pre-existing service infrastructure

32 Removal, &c., of pre-existing service infrastructure

(1)  To ensure the safety and operability of the rail network, a Rail Infrastructure Manager's powers under section 31 are also exercisable in respect of any pre-existing service infrastructure and it may, for that purpose –

(a) treat the pre-existing service infrastructure as service infrastructure that has been installed on the rail network pursuant to a permission under section 29 ; and

(b) treat the adjoining landholder as the responsible entity.

(2)  In this section –

pre-existing service infrastructure means service infrastructure installed on the rail network before the commencement day.