Part 1The Scottish Housing Regulator

Powers

15The Regulator’s general powers

1

The Regulator may do anything which appears necessary or expedient for the purpose of, or in connection with, the performance of its functions.

2

The Regulator may not however—

a

acquire or dispose of land without the consent of Ministers,

b

borrow money,

c

give guarantees without the consent of Ministers, or

d

determine the location of its office premises without the approval of Ministers.

16Delegation of powers

Any function of the Regulator may be performed on its behalf—

a

by any person (whether or not a member of the Regulator or its staff) authorised by the Regulator to do so, and

b

to the extent so authorised.

This section does not affect the Regulator’s responsibility for performance of, or its ability to perform, delegated functions.