Paragraph 2

(1)

The Council shall be appointed by the Head of the Department and shall consist of—

(a)

a chairman;

(b)

a deputy chairman; and

(c)

not more than sixteen other members.

(2)

Before making any appointment under sub-paragraph (1)(c) the Head of the Department shall consult with such bodies as he considers appropriate.

(3)

The Department may by order subject to negative resolution amend sub-paragraph (1)(c) so as to substitute for the number of other members there mentioned such other number as is specified in the order.