PART 2Operational matters

Strategic missions

I117Proposals from the Bank about its missions

1

Subsection (2) applies when the Scottish Ministers receive from the Bank a valid proposal that they should change the Bank's strategic missions.

2

Within 28 days of receiving the proposal, the Scottish Ministers must write to the chair of the Bank's board stating—

a

whether the Scottish Ministers will consult under section 16 about making the proposed change, and

b

the reasons for that decision.

3

A proposal is valid for the purpose of subsection (1) if it is—

a

in writing, and

b

explains—

i

why the proposal is being made, and

ii

in the case of a proposal to set a new mission or modify one, how that proposed change relates to the Bank's main object and ancillary objects as set out in its articles of association.