Part 1: Overview and key interpretation Section 1: Overview and application of Act
This section sets out what the different Parts of the Act cover.
This Part (Part 1) sets out definitions of key terms used in the Act.
Part 2 sets out the subsidy control requirements: the principles, prohibitions and requirements, and transparency requirements that apply to the giving of subsidies.
Part 3 sets out subsidies that are exempt from some or all of the subsidy control requirements.
Part 4 sets out the CMA’s functions in relation to subsidy control.
Part 5 sets out the enforcement provisions.
Part 6 includes miscellaneous and final provisions.
	Subsections (6) and (7) specify that if a subsidy is given (or scheme created) under powers in primary or secondary legislation then the subsidy control requirements will apply unless an Act of Parliament specifies otherwise.