6(1)Without prejudice to the previous provisions, a London borough council shall, if the Secretary of State gives them a direction in that behalf with respect to any area of Greater London, as soon as practicable prepare for that area a local plan of such a nature as may be specified in the direction, and take steps for the adoption of the plan.
(2)Before giving a direction to a council under this paragraph the Secretary of State shall consult the council with respect to it.