43Withdrawal of codes

43  Withdrawal of codes

 (1) The ACMA may withdraw an international signalling point code or a mobile network code held by a carriage service provider if the ACMA is satisfied that:

 (a) withdrawal is appropriate in all the circumstances; and

 (b) withdrawal is consistent with Australia’s obligations under an international agreement that is relevant to the withdrawal.

 (2) If the ACMA decides to withdraw an international signalling point code or a mobile network code held by a carriage service provider, the ACMA must notify the carriage service provider of its decision.

 (3) If the ACMA is not the designated authority, the ACMA must notify the designated authority of the withdrawal of the code and the date of withdrawal.

Note: The ACMA may also withdraw an international signalling point code or a mobile network code under section 84 or 86.