PART 9CO-OPERATION AND JOINT WORKING BY THE REGULATORY BODIES ETC.

I1179Joint exercise of functions

1

One regulatory body (“A”) may arrange with the other regulatory body (“B”) for A and B to act together in exercising jointly one or more relevant functions of A with one or more relevant functions of B.

2

A regulatory body may enter into an arrangement under this section only if it thinks that the arrangement—

a

will have a positive effect on the manner in which the body exercises the function, or

b

will assist the body in achieving its general objectives.

3

Arrangements under this section may—

a

include the establishment of a joint committee to exercise the relevant joint functions on behalf of the regulatory bodies, and

b

be on such other terms and conditions (including terms as to payment) as may be agreed between the regulatory bodies.