Div 2Round-table conference

Division 2—Round-table conference 19—Round-table conference (1) The Authority must hold round‑table conferences in accordance with this section for the purpose of assisting the Authority and the Minister to assess the views of interested bodies and persons on such matters related to— (a) the operation of this Act; or (b) the protection, restoration or enhancement of the environment within the scope of this Act, as the Authority may determine. (1a) Round‑table conferences are to be held at such intervals as the Authority may determine. (2) The Authority must endeavour to ensure that those persons invited by the Authority to attend a round-table conference represent a wide range of interests and expertise in relation to the matters to be considered and include representatives of the community, industry and relevant environmental and professional organisations. (3) Subject to this section, round-table conferences will— (a) be held at such times; and (b) consist of such number of persons; and (c) be conducted according to such procedures, as the Authority may determine. (4) The Chief Executive of the Authority or, if the Chief Executive is unable to attend, a member of the Board must be present at a round-table conference.