4. After section 2(7)(2) insert—
“(8) The Secretary of State may by order replace any amount referred to in subsections (1A) and (5)(b) of this section and the number in the definition of “I” in subsection (1A) by such amount or number as is specified in the order; and such an order shall be made by statutory instrument which shall be subject to annulment in pursuance of a resolution of either House of Parliament.”.
Subsection (7) was inserted by paragraph 13 of Schedule 23 to the Rent Act 1977.