63.This section requires the Scottish Ministers to appoint a person to undertake a review of the effectiveness of the arrangements Qualifications Scotland has made in accordance with the requirements of section 3(a) (see paragraph 11 of these Notes), being those necessary to satisfy itself as to the quality of the qualifications that Qualifications Scotland devises (as per the function conferred on it by section 2(1)(a)). This appointment must be made as soon as reasonably practicable and, in any event, no later than 3 months after this section comes into force. A member, or member of staff of, Qualifications Scotland cannot be appointed to this position.
64.Following the review, the person appointed must prepare a report of the review and submit the report to the Scottish Ministers. The Scottish Ministers must then give a copy of the report to Qualifications Scotland, lay a copy of the report before the Scottish Parliament, and publish the report.
Overview of the Act Reviews Section 31 – Review of arrangements for assuring quality of qualifications