Regulation 20 Contracting out certain functions

(1)

Any function of the Secretary of State specified in paragraph (2) may be exercised by, or by employees of, such person (if any) as may be authorised by the Secretary of State.

(2)

The functions are any function under—

(a)

regulations 5 and 10 (requirement to participate in the Scheme and notification);

(b)

regulations 6 and 11 (subsequent notifications);

(c)

regulations 7 and 12 (circumstances in which requirement to participate ceases);

(d)

regulations 8 and 13 (requirement to recommence participation in the Scheme).