Άρθρο 8 Νομική ευρωστία

1.   A SIPS operator shall assess whether the applicable law in all relevant legal systems provides a high degree of certainty for and supports each material aspect of the activities of its SIPS.

2.   A SIPS operator shall establish SIPS rules and procedures and enter into contracts, which are clear and consistent with the applicable law in all relevant legal systems.

3.   A SIPS operator shall be able to specify the applicable law, rules, procedures and contracts for the operation of a SIPS to the competent authority, participants, and, where relevant, participants’ customers, in a clear and understandable way.

4.   A SIPS operator shall take measures to ensure that its rules, procedures, and contracts are enforceable in all relevant legal systems, and that the actions it takes under such rules, procedures and contracts will not be voided, reversed, or subject to stays.

5.   A SIPS operator conducting business in more than one legal system shall identify and mitigate the risks arising from any potential conflict of laws.

6.   A SIPS operator shall use its best efforts to ensure the SIPS’s designation under Directive 98/26/EC.