220Project Minister must choose expert where there is no agreement by the parties as to the expert

220 Project Minister must choose expert where there is no agreement by the parties as to the expert

(1) On receipt of a notice under section 218(2), the Project Minister, by instrument, must appoint a person as the expert in accordance with this section.

(2) The person appointed under subsection (1) must—

(a) have either of the following—

(i) at least 8 years experience working in the construction industry;

(ii) at least 8 years experience in working for utilities; and

(b) have at least 5 years experience as an arbitrator or mediator; and

(c) be of reputable character; and

(d) be available to hear the dispute during the period of time within which the dispute must be resolved.

(3) The Project Minister must—

(a) make an appointment within 5 business days after receipt of a notice under section 218(2); and

S. 220(3)(b) amended by No. 43/2021 s. 217(12).

(b) give written notice to the parties of the appointment.