58.— (1) Where the Authority has carried out a review under section 57, the Authority may issue such directions in writing to a relevant provider, other than a previously established university, or to a linked provider, as the Authority thinks appropriate.

(2) The Authority shall consult with the provider concerned prior to issuing directions under subsection (1).

(3) A provider referred to in subsection (1) shall comply with a direction issued under that subsection.

(4) A provider referred to in subsection (1) shall provide the Authority with information from time to time and when requested to do so by the Authority regarding the compliance by the provider with a direction issued to the provider under that subsection.