30Function of Advisory Council

30 Function of Advisory Council

(1) The Advisory Council’s function is: (a) on its own initiative, to provide advice and make recommendations to the CEO in relation to the CEO’s functions under section 11; and (b) at the request of the CEO, to provide advice and make recommendations to the CEO in relation to the CEO’s functions under this Act. (2) When acting on its own initiative, the Advisory Council must carry out its function in a manner that is consistent with the strategic plan and annual operational plan (including any interim plan) that is in force. (3) The Advisory Council has power to do all things necessary or convenient to be done for or in connection with the performance of its function. (4) To avoid doubt, the Advisory Council cannot give any directions to the CEO.

Note: Example: The Advisory Council could not direct the CEO in relation to the management of the ANPHA.