22BFunctions of the Technical Committee

22B Functions of the Technical Committee

(1) The functions of the Technical Committee are: (a) to consider programs for research into, and programs for the collection and assessment of information relating to, the effects on the environment in the Alligator Rivers Region of uranium mining operations in the Region; and (b) to keep under review programs and the carrying out of programs, referred to in paragraph (a); and (c) to make recommendations to the Minister on: (i) the nature and extent of research necessary to protect and restore the environment in the Alligator Rivers Region; and (ii) the most appropriate organisations to undertake the research referred to in subparagraph (i); and (d) to refer to the Advisory Committee matters relating to programs, and the carrying out of programs, referred to in paragraph (a). (2) The Technical Committee must, within 15 days of making a recommendation to the Minister under paragraph (1)(c), give to the Advisory Committee a copy of the recommendation. (3) The Advisory Committee may give to the Minister written comments on any such recommendations.