26.This provision replicates the effect of the existing provision in paragraph 9 of Schedule 1 to the Interpretation Order by providing that where a power has been conferred or a duty imposed by an ASP or a Scottish statutory instrument then that power or duty may be exercised or performed on more than one occasion, as and when required. It further provides that where a power is conferred or duty imposed by an ASP or a Scottish statutory instrument on an office holder then the office holder may exercise the power or perform the duty.