Part 1Natural England and the Commission for Rural Communities
Chapter 1Natural England
Powers of Secretary of State
15Guidance
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The Secretary of State must give Natural England guidance as to the exercise of any functions of Natural England that relate to or affect regional planning and associated matters.
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The Secretary of State may give Natural England guidance as to the exercise of its other functions.
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Before giving guidance under this section the Secretary of State must consult—
a
Natural England,
b
the Environment Agency, and
c
such other persons as the Secretary of State thinks appropriate.
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The Secretary of State must publish any guidance given under this section as soon as is reasonably practicable after giving the guidance.
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The power to give guidance under this section includes power to vary or revoke it.
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In discharging its functions, Natural England must have regard to guidance given under this section.