§ Mr. Marlowasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department on what matters he can give directions to the Equal Opportunities Commission in the fulfilment of its functions.
§ Mr. WhitelawUnder the Sex Discrimination Act 1975 I can require the Equal Opportunities Commission to undertake a formal investigation and determine the terms of reference of such an investigation. I can direct the Commission as to the form of its annual accounts. The numbers, remuneration and other conditions of service of the staff of the Commission, and the grant-in-aid paid for this and its other expenditure are subject to Government control. My approval is also required for certain procedural matters connected with formal investigations, including the appointment of an additional Commissioner, and for arrangements proposed by the Commission for the discharge of its functions.