13Membership of Commission

13 Membership of Commission

(1) The Commission shall consist of: (a) the Chairperson; and (b) the Deputy Chairperson; and (ba) the Secretary of the Department; and (c) not fewer than 5 nor more than 10 other members. (2) A member referred to in paragraph (1)(a), (b) or (c) shall be appointed by the Minister. (3) A member referred to in paragraph (1)(a) or (b): (a) may be appointed on a full‑time or part‑time basis; and (b) holds office for such period, not exceeding 5 years, as is specified in the instrument of appointment, but is eligible for re‑appointment. (4) A member referred to in paragraph (1)(c): (a) shall be appointed on a part‑time basis; and (b) holds office for such period, not exceeding 3 years, as is specified in the instrument of appointment, but is eligible for re‑appointment. (6) The appointment of a member is not invalid because of a defect or irregularity in connection with the member’s appointment. (7) The exercise of the powers, or the performance of the functions, of the Commission is not affected merely because: (a) there is a vacancy in the office of Chairperson or Deputy Chairperson or the office of Secretary of the Department; or (b) the number of persons appointed under paragraph (1)(c) falls below 5 for not longer than 3 months. (8) 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.