PART 6Powers and functions of the regulator and the appropriate authority
Directions to regulators and exemption registration authorities: general61.
(1)
An appropriate authority may give directions to a regulator or exemption registration authority of a general or specific character with respect to the carrying out of its functions under these Regulations.
(2)
Without prejudice to the generality of the power in paragraph (1), a direction may direct the regulator or exemption registration authority to exercise or not to exercise—
(a)
specified powers;
(b)
its powers in specified circumstances; or
(c)
its powers in a specified manner.
(3)
Except in an emergency, an appropriate authority may give a direction to the Agency under paragraph (1) only after consultation with the Agency.
(4)
The regulator or exemption registration authority must comply with a direction given to it under these Regulations.