(1) The Regulator may continue to ensure the availability or affordability of services other than the adequate broadband internet access service as defined in accordance with Regulation 70(2) or voice communications services at a fixed location that were in force on 20 December 2018, if the need for such services is established in light of circumstances in the State.

(2) The Regulator, with the consent of the Minister, may designate an undertaking to provide the services referred to in paragraph (1) in the State or part of the State.

(3) Any designation made by the Regulator for the purposes of paragraph (2) shall comply with Regulation 72. Financing of those obligations shall comply with Regulation 76.

(4) The Regulator shall review the status of universal service obligations referred to in paragraph (1) within three months after the commencement of these Regulations and every three years thereafter.