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Clause 63 outlines one of the potential options should a distribution order no longer prove viable. Where the regulator and its independent panel of experts have had to choose a proposal at the final proposal stage, the regulator will issue an order requiring the leagues to distribute revenues in line with the chosen proposal. To provide clarity to the leagues, the order will need to specify when it comes into force and how long it is in force for. The clause also provides for exceptional circumstances and situations where the regulator needs to revoke the order—for instance, if there is a fundamental change to the broadcast market. It is important that this flexibility be provided for in the Bill to prevent a scenario where an unsuitable arrangement is left to stand.