Section 86: Delegation of functions of the Secretary of State
228.This section provides that the Secretary of State can make an order delegating any of the Secretary of State’s own functions (for instance in relation to strategic roads or rail), to:
an ITA; or
where an existing ITA is being dissolved or its boundary being contracted, a designated local transport authority.
229.Section 86 does not allow the delegation of the Secretary of State’s powers to make secondary legislation or to set fees and charges.