129Delegation by Secretary

#### 129 Delegation by Secretary (1) The Secretary may, by writing, delegate to a senior officer all or any of the Secretary’s powers under this Part (other than clause 127). > Note: Clause 127 deals with authorised persons. (2) A delegate under this clause is, in the exercise of a function or power delegated under this clause, subject to any directions given by the Secretary. (3) In this clause: > senior officer means: (a) a person who holds or performs the duties of a Senior Executive Service office or position in the Department; or (b) a person who holds or performs the duties of a DPIE Band 3 office or position, or an equivalent office or position, in the Department.