10Simplified outline of this Part

10 Simplified outline of this Part

• This Part establishes the Independent Parliamentary Expenses Authority.

• The Authority has functions relating to:

(a) the work resources and travel resources (which are travel expenses and travel allowances) of members of parliament; and

(b) certain resources of former members of parliament; and

(c) the travel resources of persons employed under of the Members of Parliament (Staff) Act 1984.

• Those functions include:

(a) giving advice about travel resources; and

(b) monitoring travel resources; and

(c) preparing regular reports relating to work resources and travel resources; and

(d) audits relating to work resources and travel resources; and

(e) processing claims relating to travel resources; and

(f) giving rulings relating to travel resources.

• The Authority consists of the following members:

(a) a Chair;

(b) the President of the Remuneration Tribunal;

(c) at least 2, and not more than 3, other members.

• The members of the Authority (other than the President of the Remuneration Tribunal) are to be appointed by the Governor‑General.

• The Authority is to hold meetings.

• The Authority may delegate its functions and powers.

• The Authority and the Secretary must share relevant information.