Irish Sports Council Act, 1999

Chief executive.

17.—(1) There shall be a chief officer of the Council who—

(a) shall be known as the chief executive, and

(b) shall be appointed by the Council with the Minister's approval.

(2) The chief executive shall carry on and manage and control generally the administration and finances of the Council and shall perform such other functions as may be determined by the Council.

(3) The chief executive may make proposals to the Council on any matter relating to its activities.

(4) The chief executive—

(a) shall hold office under a written contract of service containing such terms and conditions (including terms and conditions relating to remuneration) as may be approved by the Minister and the Minister for Finance, and

(b) shall be paid out of moneys at the Council's disposal.