Part IThe Scottish Parliament

Presiding Officer and administration

20Clerk of the Parliament

1

There shall be a Clerk of the Parliament.

2

The Clerk shall be appointed by the Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body (established under section 21).

3

The Clerk’s functions may be exercised by any Assistant Clerk if the office of Clerk is vacant or the Clerk is for any reason unable to act.

4

The Clerk may authorise any Assistant Clerk or other member of the staff of the Parliament to exercise functions on his behalf.