Membership of Commission
13 Membership of Commission
The Commission shall consist of:
the Chairperson; and
the Deputy Chairperson; and
the Secretary of the Department; and
not fewer than 5 nor more than 10 other members.
A member referred to in paragraph (1)(a), (b) or (c) shall be appointed by the Minister.
A member referred to in paragraph (1)(a) or (b):
may be appointed on a full‑time or part‑time basis; and
holds office for such period, not exceeding 5 years, as is specified in the instrument of appointment, but is eligible for re‑appointment.
A member referred to in paragraph (1)(c):
shall be appointed on a part‑time basis; and
holds office for such period, not exceeding 3 years, as is specified in the instrument of appointment, but is eligible for re‑appointment.
The appointment of a member is not invalid because of a defect or irregularity in connection with the member’s appointment.
The exercise of the powers, or the performance of the functions, of the Commission is not affected merely because:
there is a vacancy in the office of Chairperson or Deputy Chairperson or the office of Secretary of the Department; or
the number of persons appointed under paragraph (1)(c) falls below 5 for not longer than 3 months.
A member holds office on such terms and conditions (if any), in respect of matters not provided for by this Act, as are determined in writing by the Minister.
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