6Directions and guidanceE+W
(1)The Secretary of State may from time to time give a strategic highways company directions or guidance as to the manner in which it is to exercise its functions.
(2)Directions under subsection (1) may provide, in particular, that a function is only to be exercised—
(a)after consultation with the Secretary of State, or
(b)with the consent of the Secretary of State.
(3)In exercising its functions, a strategic highways company must—
(a)comply with a direction, and
(b)have regard to guidance,
given to it under subsection (1).
(4)Directions and guidance under subsection (1) must be published by the Secretary of State in such manner as he or she considers appropriate.
Commencement Information
I1S. 6 in force at 5.3.2015 by S.I. 2015/481, reg. 2(a)