Utilities Act 2000
48Directions about licence condition
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48 Directions about licence condition (1) This section applies if ICRC is satisfied that a utility has contravened, or is likely to contravene, a condition of its licence. (2) ICRC may give a direction under this section only if it has taken reasonable steps to consult the utility concerned about the giving of the direction. (3) ICRC may give a written direction to the utility to take action stated in the direction to ensure compliance with the condition, including action— (a) to rectify the contravention; or (b) to avoid the likely contravention.