Question proposed, That the clause stand part of the Bill.

With this, it will be convenient to discuss clause 255 stand part.

Clause 254 sets out that a trader’s compliance with their main duties under this chapter is an implied term in every subscription contract. The clause is necessary as it gives the consumer access to legal remedies or defences to a claim by the trader where the trader has failed to comply with duties set out in this chapter.

Clause 255 gives consumers a right to cancel their contract if a trader fails to give the required key pre-contract information or reminder notices, or if their failure to provide an easy way of ending the contract means that a consumer remains trapped in their contract. Consumers who cancel their contract as a result of such breaches will be able to do so without penalty, and in prescribed circumstances may be entitled to a refund.

Clause 254 sets out that the trader must comply with certain terms in every subscription contract they enter into, and various information is given about what is expected. We welcome the inclusion of clauses 254 and 255 in the Bill.

Question put and agreed to.

Clause 254 accordingly ordered to stand part of the Bill.

Clause 255 ordered to stand part of the Bill.