9Functions of Panels

9 Functions of Panels The functions of a Panel are to: (a) review the nursing home care provided in nursing homes; and (b) compare the provision of that care with standards determined under section 45D of the Act; and (c) inquire into matters for the purposes of a function referred to in paragraph (a) or (b); and (d) report the findings of the Panel, and the reasons for those findings, to the Minister; and (e) make recommendations to the Minister resulting from its reports; and (f) perform these functions: (i) at the direction of the Minister; or (ii) on a referral by a proprietor.