There is to be a Scientific Committee to assist and advise the Board in relation to matters of a scientific nature referred to it by the Board and to perform functions assigned by the Board. The Scientific Committee is to consist of not less than 15 members. The members are appointed by the Minister following consultations with the Board.<\/p>\n
The Scientific Committee is to advise the Board when requested on matters relating to scientific and technical questions in relation to food safety and hygiene, implementation of administration of food inspection services and the nutritional value or content of food.<\/p>\n
The Scientific Committee may advise the Board and undertake such further matters of investigation, assessment, or research as it considers appropriate, having first informed the Board, initiate an investigation, assessment, or examination of matters related to food safety and hygiene as it considers appropriate. This is to be subject to its available budget and resources.<\/p>\n
The Board or the Scientific Committee may form subcommittees. Members of each may be paid such remuneration as the Minister shall determine.<\/p>\n\n
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