Part 8: Heat Networks Chapter 1: Regulation of Heat Networks Section 218: Alternative dispute resolution for consumer disputes
Section 218 provides for consequential amendments to the Alternative Dispute Resolution for Consumer Disputes (Competent Authorities and Information) Regulations 2015. Specifically, it provides the Department for the Economy in Northern Ireland with powers to designate its heat networks regulator as a competent authority with responsibility for approving Alternative Dispute Resolution bodies in Northern Ireland (GEMA is already designated as a competent authority for this purpose).