102Constitution of Council

#### 102 Constitution of Council (1) The Council is to consist of the following members: (a) the Chairperson; (b) the Chairperson of the Commission; (c) the Chairperson of the Fisheries Research and Development Corporation; (d) a representative of National Fishing Industry Training Council Limited nominated by that body; (e) a representative of the fish catching sector of the industry nominated by the peak industry body; (f) a representative of the fish processing and fish marketing sectors of the industry nominated by the peak industry body; (g) a person representing persons who engage in recreational fishing; (h) a person representing persons having an interest in environmental aspects of the industry; (i) a person representing persons having an interest in consumer aspects of the industry; (j) such other persons (if any) as represent such other bodies or organisations connected with the industry as are specified by the Minister in the instrument of appointment. (2) The members hold office on a part‑time basis. (3) The members, other than a member referred to in paragraph (1)(b) or (c), are to be appointed by the Minister and hold office for such period, not exceeding 3 years, as is specified in the instrument of appointment but are eligible for re‑appointment in accordance with this Act. (4) The following persons are not eligible for appointment to the Council: (a) commissioners of the Commission other than the Chairperson of the Commission; (b) persons (other than a person referred to in paragraph (1)(b) or (c)) who, if appointed, would hold office for more than 3 consecutive terms. (5) The members hold office on such terms and conditions (if any) in relation to matters not provided for by this Act as are determined, in writing, by the Minister. (6) The performance of the functions, and the exercise of the powers, of the Council are not affected by reason only of vacancies in its membership.