SCHEDULE 1 The Scottish Public Services Ombudsman
12General powers
1
The Ombudsman may do anything which appears necessary or expedient for the purpose of, or in connection with, or which appears conducive to, the exercise of the Ombudsman’s functions.
2
Without prejudice to that generality, the Ombudsman may in particular—
a
acquire and dispose of land and other property, and
b
enter into contracts.
F13
The exercise of the power to acquire or dispose of land is subject to the approval of the Parliamentary corporation.