I am merely quoting what it says in the new Regulation
(2) the conduct of skill tests and proficiency checks for these licences;
(3) the ratings and certificates attached to these licences.
It ties the ratings to "these licences" which it defines in (1) as the PPL and the LAPL.
Under JAR-FCL it has always said, licences or ratings
Examiners shall hold a licence
and rating at least equal to the licence or
rating for which they are authorised to
conduct skill tests or proficiency checks
A subtle change of wording, whether intentional or otherwise, conveys a different meaning. When I queried it with someone from the CAA, it was clear they weren't even aware of the wording!