SCHEDULES

SCHEDULE 2Functions in relation to labour market

Employment Agencies Act 1973 (c. 35)

2Before section 9 insert—

“8AAppointment of officers

(1)The Secretary of State may—

(a)appoint officers to act for the purposes of this Act, and

(b)instead of or in addition to appointing any officers under this section, arrange with any relevant authority for officers of that authority to act for those purposes.

(2)The following are relevant authorities—

(a)any Minister of the Crown or government department;

(b)any body performing functions on behalf of the Crown;

(c)the Gangmasters and Labour Abuse Authority.”