75. (1) The Minister may give a direction to a public body to adopt such measures as are specified in the direction relating to—

(a) the implementation of marine spatial planning,

(b) compliance with a marine spatial plan, or

(c) compliance with the State’s obligation under the Directive.

(2) A direction under this section shall be in writing and may apply to one or more than one public body.

(3) A public body to whom a direction under this section is given shall comply with the direction.

(4) In this section “public body” does not include the Minister.