Mental Health Act 20266

Chapter 2

Board of Commission

Functions of Board

101. (1) The Commission shall have a Board (in this Act referred to as the “Board”) established under this Act.

(2) The Board shall, in addition to the functions conferred on it by this Act—

(a) satisfy itself that appropriate systems, procedures and practices are in place for the internal performance management and accountability of the Commission in respect of—

(i) the Commission’s functions under this Act or any other enactment, and

(ii) the achievement of any objectives set out in the Commission’s strategic plan,

(b) provide guidance and advice to the Chief Executive Officer where requested under section 114 ,

(c) establish and implement arrangements for the management of the performance of the Chief Executive Officer, and

(d) approve the strategic plan in accordance with section 124 and the annual business plan in accordance with section 125 .

(3) The Board shall have all such powers as are necessary or expedient for the performance of its functions.

(4) The Board is accountable to the Minister for the performance of its functions under this Act.

(5) The Board shall inform the Minister in writing of any matter that it considers requires the Minister’s attention.