42CInterim approval of close associate

42C Interim approval of close associate

42C Interim approval of close associate

(1) While the NICC is considering an application by a person for approval to become a close associate of a casino operator, the NICC may issue the person with an interim approval as a close associate for the following purposes—

(a) to enable the person to start employment with the casino operator,

(b) to enable commercial negotiations to start or continue.

(2) The NICC may, at any time and for any reason, revoke an interim approval.

(3) An interim approval—

(a) stays in force until a decision about the application for approval of a close associate has been finally decided, unless earlier revoked by the NICC under subsection (2), and

(b) is not to be taken as an indication the person will be given approval to become a close associate of the casino operator.

s 42C: Ins 2022 No 36, Sch 1[42].