6Functions and powers of Committee

6 Functions and powers of Committee

[Section 6 Subsection (1) amended by No. 17 of 1996, Applied:24 Jan 2002] [Section 6 Subsection (2) amended by No. 17 of 1996, Applied:24 Jan 2002] [Section 6 Substituted by No. 32 of 2006, s. 5, Applied:18 Dec 2006]

(1)  The functions of the Committee are –

(a) to advise, and make recommendations to, the Minister on matters affecting the interests of consumers in Tasmania; and

(b) to consult with consumer organisations and other relevant organisations on emerging issues of concern to consumers; and

(c) to advance the interests of consumers and promote consumer awareness of consumer protection issues; and

(d) to assist the Minister with regard to activities relating to consumer affairs and fair trading; and

(e) such other functions as may be prescribed.

(2)  The Committee may make recommendations to the Minister with respect to any matter arising in connection with the performance and exercise of its functions and powers under this Act.