14Implementation Framework

14 Implementation Framework

(1)  The Implementation Monitor is to develop, and publish, a framework to be used by the Implementation Monitor in the performance of the functions, and the exercise of the powers, of that office.

(2)  The framework developed under subsection (1) is to include each of the following:

(a) the key indicators to be used by the Implementation Monitor in evaluations and assessments under this Act;

(b) the reporting requirements for Agencies reporting to the Implementation Monitor;

(c) the data collection, or data publication, requirements for Agencies;

(d) the minimum intervals at which the Implementation Monitor intends to make evaluations and assessments under this Act;

(e) such other matters as the Implementation Monitor considers appropriate.

(3)  The first Implementation Framework to be published by the Implementation Monitor under subsection (1) is to be published no later than 12 months after the first Implementation Monitor is appointed under this Act.

(4)  Before publishing an Implementation Framework that is developed, amended or substituted under this section, the Implementation Monitor –

(a) must consult, in respect of the proposed framework, with each Agency; and

(b) may consult, in respect of the proposed framework, with any other person, or organisation, that the Implementation Monitor considers reasonable.

(5)  An Implementation Framework developed, amended or substituted under this section –

(a) is to be published on a website operated by, or on behalf of, the Implementation Monitor in a manner that makes it freely available to members of the public; and

(b) may by published by the Implementation Monitor in any other manner that the Implementation Monitor considers reasonable.

(6)  An Implementation Framework published under subsection (5)(a)  –