Greater London Authority Act 1999

10 After section 35 (studies by Commission at request of body subject to audit) there shall be inserted—

“35A Studies for functional bodies at request of Greater London Authority

(1) The Commission may, at the request of the Mayor of London, promote or undertake studies designed to improve economy, efficiency and effectiveness in the management or operation of any functional body or the London Pensions Fund Authority.

(2) Before making a request under subsection (1), the Mayor of London shall consult—

(a) the body concerned;

(b) the London Assembly; and

(c) such associations of employees as appear to him to be appropriate.

(3) The Commission shall charge the Greater London Authority such fees for services provided under this section as will cover the full cost of providing them.

(4) This section is without prejudice to the power of a functional body or the London Pensions Fund Authority to make a request under section 35(1).”