17.—(1) The following provisions of the 1972 Act apply in relation to the shadow authority, notwithstanding that it does not have the functions and full powers of a local authority—
| Part or section of 1972 Act | Description |
|---|---|
| Section 3 | Chair |
| Section 5 | Vice-chair |
| Parts 5 and 5A | General provisions as to members and proceedings of local authorities, access to meetings and documents of certain authorities, committees and sub-committees |
| Section 103 | Expenses of joint committees |
| Section 106 | Standing orders |
| Section 146 | Transfer of securities on alteration of area, etc. |
| Section 178 | Regulations as to allowances |
| Section 245 | Status of certain districts, parishes and communities |
(2) The shadow authority, notwithstanding that it does not have the functions and full powers of a local authority, is to be treated—
(a)for the purposes of the Local Audit and Accountability Act 2014(1) as if it were a district council,
(b)for the purposes of section 101 of the 2000 Act (indemnification of members and officers of relevant authorities), as a relevant authority,
(c)for the purposes of Part 1 of the Local Government Act 2003 (capital finance etc. and accounts), as a local authority, and
(d)for the purposes of the Local Authorities (Standing Orders) (England) Regulations 2001(2), as a relevant authority.