Paragraph 9 LDEDCA 2009I1

LDEDCA 2009 is amended in accordance with this paragraph.

In section 107D (delegation of functions by the mayor), after subsection (3) insert—

“(3A)

Subsection (3) is subject to section 107DZA.”

After section 107D insert—

“Limitation on delegation of mayoral functions

107DZA

(1)

The mayor may not make an arrangement under section 107D(3)(a) or (b) for the exercise of any fire and rescue functions of the combined authority.

(2)

The power to make an arrangement under section 107D(3)(ba) is subject to paragraph 6 of Schedule 5BA.

(3)

In this section “fire and rescue functions of the combined authority” means—

(a)

functions of a fire and rescue authority which the combined authority has by virtue of an order under section 105A (and here “fire and rescue authority” means a fire and rescue authority under the Fire and Rescue Services Act 2004), or

(b)

functions which the combined authority has as a fire and rescue authority by virtue of section 1(2)(f) or (g) of the Fire and Rescue Services Act 2004.”