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Apprenticeships, Skills, Children and Learning Act 2009

Apprenticeships, Skills, Children and Learning Act 2009

2009 CHAPTER 22

Commentary on Sections

Part 8: the Qualifications and Curriculum Development Agency

Chapter 4: Other functions and supplementary provision
Supplementary provision
Section 189: Directions etc. by the Secretary of State

534.The Secretary of State may issue directions to the QCDA as to the performance of any of its functions. This power sits alongside those of the Secretary of State to direct the QCDA in relation to “ancillary activities” – see section 186, and to set up a committee for a specified purpose – see paragraph 9(2) of Schedule 11. The QCDA must also, in performing its functions, act in accordance with any plans approved by the Secretary of State.

535.The provisions in this section reflect the QCDA’s role as an NDPB, accountable to Ministers

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