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12.—(1) Section 47 (further provisions about functions)(1) is amended in accordance with this paragraph.
(2) After subsection (1A)(2) insert—
“(1B) The Chief Inspector must consult the Secretary of State if the Chief Inspector proposes to specify an inspection programme under subsection (1) which includes an inspection of the National Crime Agency.”
(3) After subsection (4) insert—
“(4A) The Department of Justice must consult the Secretary of State before requiring the Chief Inspector to carry out an inspection under subsection (3) of the National Crime Agency .”
Section 47 is amended by S.I. 2010/976; there are other amendments but none relevant to this instrument.
Subsection (1A) is inserted by S.I. 2010/976.