Part 2Fire and rescue services

Chapter 6Mutual assistance etc.

Performance of functions by others

37Section 36: directions

(1)

The Scottish Ministers may—

(a)

direct two relevant authorities to enter into arrangements under section 36; or

(b)

direct two relevant authorities who have entered into such arrangements—

(i)

to vary the arrangements in the terms specified in the direction; or

(ii)

to terminate the arrangements.

(2)

Before giving a direction under this section, the Scottish Ministers—

(a)

shall give the authorities concerned an opportunity to make representations; and

(b)

may cause an inquiry to be held.

(3)

The Scottish Ministers may give a direction under this section only where, after considering—

(a)

any representations made under subsection (2)(a); and

(b)

the report of any person by whom any inquiry under subsection (2)(b) is held,

they consider it expedient to do so with a view to securing greater economy, efficiency and effectiveness.

(4)

A direction given under this section may be varied or revoked by a further such direction.