PART 7FINAL PROVISIONS

98Temporary disapplication of section 97

1

Section 97 does not apply in relation to regulations under section 32 or 34 that are brought forward before the date specified by the Scottish Commission on Social Security.

2

The Commission specifies a date under subsection (1) by giving written notice to—

a

the Scottish Ministers, and

b

the Scottish Parliament,

informing them of the date from which the Commission will be ready to perform its function of scrutinising legislative proposals in accordance with section 97.

3

In subsection (1), “brought forward” means contained in a draft Scottish statutory instrument that is laid before the Scottish Parliament for approval by resolution.

4

At any time after the date specified by the Commission under subsection (1), the Scottish Ministers may by regulations repeal this section.