SCHEDULE 1Bòrd na Gàidhlig
General powers
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1
The Bòrd may do anything (whether in Scotland or elsewhere) which is conducive or incidental to the exercise of its functions, and may in particular—
a
engage in any business or undertaking,
b
c
form partnerships with others,
d
with the consent of the Scottish Ministers, establish or take part in the setting up of organisations having functions similar to the functions of the Bòrd,
e
enter into contracts,
f
make grants and loans,
g
make charges for the provision of advice or other services in such circumstances and of such amounts as the Bòrd may, with the consent of the Scottish Ministers, determine,
h
accept gifts of money or other property,
i
invest sums not immediately required in relation to the exercise of its functions,
j
commission research.
2
Sub-paragraph (1)(g) does not entitle the Bòrd to make charges for the provision of advice and assistance to relevant public authorities under section 8(9).