Part 3Marine planning
Delegation of functions relating to regional marine plans
14Directions to delegates as regards performance of designated functions
(1)
This section applies where any functions are exercisable by a delegate by virtue of a direction given under section 12.
(2)
The Scottish Ministers may from time to time give directions to the delegate with respect to the performance of the functions.
(3)
Before giving any direction under this section, the Scottish Ministers must consult the delegate.
(4)
A delegate given a direction under this section must comply with the direction.
(5)
Where the Scottish Ministers give a direction under this section, they must publish it in such manner as they consider most likely to bring it to the attention of persons likely to be interested in or affected by it.