6.— (1) The Authority shall—

(a) undertake such reviews of the operation of the relevant chemicals statutory provisions as the Minister may direct, or as the Authority considers appropriate, and

(b) submit to the Minister any proposals that it considers appropriate, or as the Minister may direct, relating to the relevant chemicals statutory provisions.

(2) Before submitting proposals under subsection (1) to the Minister, the Authority shall consult any other person or body—

(a) that appears to the Authority to be appropriate having regard to the proposals to be submitted, or

(b) as directed by the Minister.