3.4  Amendments to Project Documents

3.4.1  Save as set out in clause 3.4.2, the Authority shall notify the DFE and the Company of any proposed changes to the Project Documents that:

(a)  may materially affect the operation of the Academy; and/or

(b)  may result in additional costs for the Company ("Proposed Material Changes").

3.4.2  Any proposal for Authority Changes or Contractor Changes under clause [60] of the Project Agreement shall be dealt with in accordance with clause 26 (Exercise of Authority Change and Change Mechanism) and shall not constitute a Proposed Material Change.

3.4.3  The Authority shall consult with the Company and shall have due regard to any representations made by the Company in respect of the Proposed Material Changes. The Authority shall act reasonably in light of the Company's representations when deciding whether or not to continue with a Proposed Material Change.

3.4.4  The Authority shall as soon as reasonably practicable following any amendment described in clause 3.4.1 and/or described in clause 3.4.2, provide to the Company copies of each amended Project Document.