Part 2

Functions of fire and rescue authorities

Discharge of functions by others

Directions as to arrangements under section 16
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1
The Secretary of State may direct two fire and rescue authorities—
a
to enter into arrangements under section 16 in the terms specified in the direction;
b
to make one or more specified variations to any such arrangements;
c
to cancel any such arrangements.
2
The Secretary of State may give a direction under subsection (1) on his own initiative or at the request of one of the authorities.
3
Before giving a direction under subsection (1) the Secretary of State—
a
must give the authorities concerned an opportunity to make representations to him;
b
may cause an inquiry to be held.
4
The Secretary of State may give a direction under subsection (1) only if, after considering—
a
any representations made under subsection (3)(a), and
b
if an inquiry is held under subsection (3)(b), the report of the person by whom it is held,
he considers it expedient to do so with a view to securing greater economy, efficiency and effectiveness.
S. 17 in force at 7.9.2004 for specified purposes except in relation to W. and 1.10.2004 otherwise except in relation to W. by S.I. 2004/2304, art. 2 (with art. 3)
S. 17 in force at 10.11.2004 for W. by S.I. 2004/2917, art. 2