Article 17 Discharge of functions by the principal

The governing body shall from time to time make arrangements to ensure that such of their functions as are specified in paragraph (2) shall be discharged on their behalf by the principal of the institution.

In pursuance of arrangements made under paragraph (1), the principal shall be responsible for discharging the functions of the governing body (other than those properly delegated by the governing body to any Committee thereof, and those delegated to the academic council of the institution by virtue of article 18(3) of this Order) relating to the organisation and management of the institution and to the discipline therein.

In discharging the functions specified in paragraph (2), the principal shall be subject to the general control and direction of the governing body but otherwise the principal shall have all the powers and duties of the governing body in relation to those functions.