Chapter Fifteen - Commissions and Independent Offices

Article 248. Application of Chapter

This Chapter applies to the commissions specified in clause (2) and the independent offices specified in clause (3).

Article 249. Objects, Authority and Funding of Commissions and Independent Offices

The commissions and the holders of independent offices are subject only to this Constitution and the law.

Article 250. Composition Appointment and Terms of Office

Each commission shall consist of at least three, but not more than nine, members.

Article 251. Removal From Office

A person suspended under this Article is entitled to continue to receive one-half of the remuneration and benefits of the office while suspended.

Article 252. General Functions and Powers

Each commission, and each holder of an independent office has the powers necessary for conciliation, mediation and negotiation.

Article 253. Incorporation of Commissions and Independent Offices

Each commission and each independent office is a body corporate with perpetual succession and a seal.

Article 254. Reporting by Commissions and Independent Offices

Every report required from a commisssion or holder of an independent office shall be published and publicised.