# Local Government (Scotland) Act 1973, Section 21: Delegation of Boundaries Scotland's functions


(1) Boundaries Scotland may appoint one or more members of Boundaries Scotland —
(a) to hold any local inquiry or to carry out any consultation or investigation which Boundaries Scotland are required or authorised to hold or carry out under this Act; and
(b) to report to Boundaries Scotland accordingly.
(2) At the request of Boundaries Scotland the Secretary of State may appoint one or more persons as assistant commissioners for all or any of the purposes specified in subsection (1)(a) and (b) above.
(3) The appointment of an assistant commissioner under subsection (2) above—
(a) shall be for such period or for such purpose or purposes as may be specified in the terms of his appointment; and
(b) shall be on such terms and conditions as to remuneration and otherwise as may be determined by the Secretary of State with the approval of the Treasury.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1973/65/section/21 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/local-government-scotland-act-1973/section-21
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