776.This section explains the expression “communications matters” as it is used throughout this Chapter. “Communications matters” include any one or more of the following:
	the provision of electronic communications networks;
	the provision of electronic communications services;
	the making available of services or facilities in association with an electronic communications network or service or for facilitating the use of a network or service;
	apparatus used for any of the above; and
	broadcasting and related matters.
777.Subsection (2) gives the Secretary of State a power by order to amend this definition. No such order is, however, to be made unless a draft of it has been laid before Parliament and approved by a resolution of each House.
Commentary on Sections Part 5: Competition in Communications Markets Chapter 1: Functions of OFCOM under Competition Legislation Section 369: Matters in relation to which OFCOM have competition functions