SCHEDULES

SCHEDULE 12Procedure on references under section 120

Timetable for determination on reference

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1

F1The CMA must make its determination on a reference before the end of the period of 30 working days following the last day for the making by Monitor of a reply in accordance with paragraph 2.

2

If F2the CMA is satisfied that there are good reasons for departing from the normal requirements, it may (on one occasion only) extend that period by not more than 20 working days.

3

The F3CMA must ensure that an extension under sub-paragraph (2) is notified to—

a

Monitor,

b

the National Health Service Commissioning Board, and

c

every objector who made representations in accordance with paragraph 2.