They received a written 'directive' instructing them to develop new security measures.
a presidential 'directive'
(..) I'll have an answer by nightfall. That'll be all, girl. What else? On your son Tyrion's directive, I met with Catelyn Stark. Why? - concerning her daughters. - Hmm. - A girl. (..)2012 TvShow: Game of Thrones Title: The Old Gods and the New Season: 2 Episode 6