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(1)The Chief Inspector is to perform his functions for the general purpose of encouraging—
(a)the improvement of activities within the Chief Inspector's remit,
(b)the carrying on of such activities as user-focused activities, and
(c)the efficient and effective use of resources in the carrying on of such activities.
(2)The Chief Inspector must ensure—
(a)that his functions are performed efficiently and effectively, and
(b)that, so far as practicable, those functions are performed in a way that responds to—
(i)the needs of persons for whose benefit activities within the Chief Inspector's remit are carried on, and
(ii)the views expressed by other relevant persons about such activities.
(3)In performing his functions the Chief Inspector must have regard to—
(a)the matters mentioned in section 117(2);
[F1(aa)any matters raised by the Children's Commissioner with the Chief Inspector;] and
(b)such aspects of government policy as the Secretary of State may direct.
(4)In this section “relevant persons” has the same meaning as in section 117.
Textual Amendments
F1S. 119(3)(aa) inserted (1.4.2014) by Children and Families Act 2014 (c. 6), ss. 116(2)(b), 139(5)
Commencement Information
I1S. 119 in force at 1.4.2007 by S.I. 2007/935, art. 5(u)