Power to specifyE+W
3(1)In paragraphs 1 and 2, a reference to a specified qualification is to a regulated qualification which is specified, or which is of a description specified, in regulations.E+W
(2)The regulations may specify qualifications, or descriptions of qualifications, by reference to an assessment made by the [F1Secretary of State] of the level of attainment demonstrated by a qualification; and for that purpose the regulations may confer functions (which may include the exercise of a discretion) on the [F1Secretary of State] .
(3)The regulations may make provision which applies subject to exceptions specified in the regulations.
(4)In sub-paragraph (1) “regulated qualification” has the meaning given by section 130.
Textual Amendments
F1Words in Sch. 5 para. 3(2) substituted (26.5.2015) by Deregulation Act 2015 (c. 20), s. 115(3)(g), Sch. 14 para. 30(a)
Commencement Information
I1Sch. 5 para. 3 in force at 1.4.2010 by S.I. 2010/303, art. 3, Sch. 2 (with arts. 9-11)