Part II New framework for maintained schools
Chapter VII Miscellaneous and supplemental
Modification of employment law
81 Application of employment law during financial delegation.
(1)
The Secretary of State may by order make such modifications in any enactment relating to employment, and in particular in any enactment—
(a)
conferring powers or imposing duties on employers,
(b)
conferring rights on employees, or
(c)
otherwise regulating the relations between employers and employees,
as he considers necessary or expedient in consequence of the operation of sections 54 and 57(1) to (3), Schedule 16 and paragraph 27 of Schedule 17.
(2)
Before making any order under this section the Secretary of State shall consult—
(a)
such associations of local authorities,
(b)
such bodies representing the interests of governors of foundation or voluntary schools, and
(c)
such organisations representing staff in maintained schools,
as appear to him to be concerned.