Commentary on Sections Introduction Section 98: Procedure for orders under section 97
282.The section describes further the affirmative resolution procedure the Secretary of State is to follow in making an order under section 97. He is required to consult such best value authorities or persons as appear to him to be representative of interests affected by his proposals and to lay before each House of Parliament for 60 days a document explaining his proposals, together with a draft order and details of the consultations that have been conducted including those with the NAW where the proposals relate to best value authorities in Wales. Thereafter, in preparing a draft order, the Secretary of State is required to consider any representations made during the 60 day period during which his proposals have been before the Houses of Parliament. The draft order laid before Parliament for approval must be accompanied by a statement by the Secretary of State, with details of the representations that he has considered and any changes made to his proposals.