Interpretation of references to legal acts no longer in force

References in the enacting terms of Union acts are, in general (i.e. if not indicated otherwise), dynamic. If the act cited is amended, the reference is understood to be to the act as amended. If the act is replaced, the reference is understood as referring to the new act. If the act is repealed and not replaced, any lacunae will have to be filled by means of interpretation. A reference to a provision of a Union act is static only where specified expressly. Disclaimer:   The answers clarify provisions already contained in the applicable legislation. They do not extend in any way the rights and obligations deriving from such legislation nor do they introduce any additional requirements for the concerned operators and competent authorities. The answers are merely intended to assist natural or legal persons, including competent authorities and Union institutions and bodies in clarifying the application or implementation of the relevant legal provisions. Only the Court of Justice of the European Union is competent to authoritatively interpret Union law. The views expressed in the internal Commission Decision cannot prejudge the position that the European Commission might take before the Union and national courts.