Other functions of shadow authority
21.—(1) The following provisions of the 1972 Act apply in relation to the shadow authority, notwithstanding that it does not have the functions and full powers of a local authority:
Table 1
| Part or section of 1972 Act | Description |
|---|---|
| Section 3 | Chairman |
| Section 5 | Vice-chairman |
| Parts 5 and 5A | General provisions as to members and proceedings of local authorities, access to meetings and documents of certain authorities, committees and sub-committees |
| Section 103 | Expenses of joint committees |
| Section 106 | Standing orders |
| Section 146 | Transfer of securities on alteration of area, etc |
| Section 178 | Regulations as to allowances |
| Section 245 | Status of certain districts, parishes and communities |
(2) The shadow authority, notwithstanding that it does not have the functions and full powers of a local authority, is to be treated—
(a)for the purposes of the Local Audit and Accountability Act 2014(1) as if it were a district council;
(b)for the purposes of section 101 of the 2000 Act (indemnification of members and officers of relevant authorities), as a relevant authority;
(c)for the purposes of Part 1 of the Local Government Act 2003(2) (capital finance etc and accounts), as a local authority; and
(d)for the purposes of the Local Authorities (Standing Orders) (England) Regulations 2001(3), as a relevant authority.