Forward terms of reference (5)
I believe the answer is:
remit
I believe this is a double definition.
'forward' is the first definition.
(I've seen this before)
'terms of reference' is the second definition.
(both can mean defined powers or responsibilities)
(Other definitions for remit that I've seen before include "Job specification" , "instructions required" , "Orders" , "Dispatch" , "Scope - send money" .)