Paragraph 6

(1)

The Secretary of State may by regulations make such provision as the Secretary of State considers appropriate with regard to the appointment and operation of the Commissioner.

(2)

Regulations under sub-paragraph (1) may (among other things) contain provision for and about—

(a)

the Commissioner's terms of office;

(b)

remuneration or other benefits;

(c)

the provision of financial or other assistance, including staff, accommodation, equipment or other facilities, for the Commissioner;

(d)

requirements to prepare business plans;

(e)

requirements to prepare reports;

(f)

requirements to lay documents before Parliament;

(g)

requirements to provide documents to the Secretary of State or other persons specified in the regulations;

(h)

the conferring of functions on other persons in relation to the Commissioner;

(i)

the appointment of a board to provide advice to the Commissioner.