s 17 Direction by Authority
17.—(1) The Authority may give directions for or with respect to codes of practice and other standards of performance and procedures to be observed by electricity licensees and other persons —(a) to ensure the reliability of the supply of electricity to the public; (b) to ensure the security of the electricity system; (c) to maintain the voltage or reactive flow of power through a transmission system of a transmission licensee; (d) in the interests of public safety; or (e) as may be necessary to allow the Authority to carry out its functions and duties under section 3.[42/2018] (2) In giving any direction under subsection (1), the Authority must have regard to the market rules, the effect and purpose of the market rules and the implication of the direction on the market rules. (3) Any person who fails to comply with any direction given under subsection (1) shall be guilty of an offence.