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72 Directions as to exercise of functions.E+W
(1)In the exercise of its functions, a housing action trust shall comply with any directions given by the Secretary of State.
(2)Directions given by the Secretary of State may be of a general or particular character and may be varied or revoked by subsequent directions.
(3)The Secretary of State shall publish any direction given under this section.
(4)A transaction between any person and a housing action trust acting in purported exercise of its powers under this Part of this Act shall not be void by reason only that the transaction was carried out in contravention of a direction given under this section; and a person dealing with a housing action trust shall not be concerned to see or enquire whether a direction under this section has been given or complied with.
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