Section 44 — Validity of security clearance

(1)A security clearance for an individual remains in force (unless earlier cancelled) for the shortest of the following periods:

(a)a period of 2 years after it is granted;

(b)if the individual is or is to be a responsible executive of a licensee, or is or is to be employed or required to work with or for a licensee, the period the individual is a responsible executive of the licensee or is an employee or otherwise required to work with or for the licensee;

(c)if the individual is a licensee, the period the licence is in force.

(2)However, a security clearance is not treated as in force during any period it is suspended.

(3)A security clearance relating to an individual is not transferable.