(1) For the purposes of the performance of its functions as competent authority pursuant to these Regulations, the Irish Stock Exchange shall maintain and administer an office in the State.

(2) The Irish Stock Exchange shall notify the Minister of the address and of any change in the address of such office.

(3) Any document may be served on the competent authority in connection with the discharge by it of its functions under these Regulations by leaving it at, or by sending it by post to, the office maintained by the Irish Stock Exchange pursuant to paragraph (1).