Other matters relating to activities undertaken in relation to ASIO
13F Other matters relating to activities undertaken in relation to ASIO
ASIO to be consulted before communicating intelligence
If, in undertaking an activity or series of activities in accordance with section 13B, ASIS produces intelligence, ASIS must not communicate the intelligence outside ASIS (other than in accordance with subsection (2)) unless ASIO has been consulted.
Intelligence to be communicated to ASIO
If, in undertaking an activity or series of activities in accordance with section 13B, ASIS produces intelligence, ASIS must cause the intelligence to be communicated to ASIO as soon as practicable after the production.
Notices to be made available to the Inspector‑General of Intelligence and Security
If a notice is given to ASIS under paragraph 13B(1)(d), the Director‑General of ASIS must ensure that a copy of the notice is kept by ASIS and is available for inspection on request by the Inspector‑General of Intelligence and Security.
Reports about activities to be given to the responsible Minister
As soon as practicable after each year ending on 30 June, the Director‑General of ASIS must give to the responsible Minister in relation to ASIS a written report in respect of activities undertaken by ASIS in accordance with section 13B during the year.
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