Commentary on Sections Part Three: Civil Sanctions Section 58: Consultation and consent: Scotland
152.If a Minister proposes to make an order that affects the prosecution of any offence in Scotland, he is required to obtain the agreement of the Lord Advocate.
153.If a Minister proposes to make an order that affects the powers of a regulator that is a local authority in Scotland, then he will be required to consult with Scottish Ministers because they will have an interest in the functions of local authorities in Scotland.