Public Services Reform (Scotland) Act 2010 Explanatory Notes

Section 10Z5 – Registration Fees

241.This section sets powers in relation to the fees which are payable to HIS. Subsection (1) gives Scottish Ministers power to prescribe maximum levels of fees which may be imposed (following consultation with those who will or may be affected by the fees or their potential effect) and to determine whether or not a fee is payable by regulations. Subsection (2) sets out the activities for which the HIS is able to impose fees.

242.Subsection (3) requires HIS to have regard to its own expenses in setting particular fees within the maxima set by Scottish Ministers. This subsection also allows HIS to waive fees.

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