By way of derogation fromarticle L. 1331-2 of the French Labour Code, the total amount of variable remuneration may, in whole or in part, be reduced or give rise to restitution where the financial results of the investment firm are mediocre or negative and in particular where the person concerned has disregarded the rules laid down by the investment firm with regard to risk-taking, in particular because of his responsibility for actions which have led to significant losses for the investment firm or in the event of failure to comply with the obligations relating to good repute and competence.