The General Secretary is responsible for the day-to-day running of the union and directing its staff.

He said he had started an inquiry, directing his staff to report back within 10 days.

The letter said, "I have directed my staff to review your board's submission on an expedited basis once it is received."

She also was accused of directing Apple's legal staff to create phony documents to conceal the fraud.

Hoye directed her staff to make preparations for an evacuation.

The Chancellor took notes and occasionally responded to comments, or directed his staff to take more information from some speakers.

"I've directed my staff to look at other things we might do."

As chief of staff, she will direct the governor's staff and be responsible for carrying out his agenda.

The possibilities are endless, and I'm directing my staff to explore all of them.

Harry Penn climbed onto a chair and began, as usual, to direct his staff.