Paragraph 8

For section 17 substitute—

“ Directions as to exercise of functions.

17

(1)

The Secretary of State may give directions with respect to the exercise—

(a)

by Health Authorities of any functions exercisable by them under or by virtue of this or any other Act; and

(b)

by Special Health Authorities of any functions exercisable by them by virtue of section 11 or 13 above or under the M1National Health Service and Community Care Act 1990.

(2)

It shall be the duty of a Health Authority or Special Health Authority to whom directions are given under subsection (1) above to comply with the directions.”