International Protection Act 2026

Power of Deputy Chief Appeals Officer to perform functions of Chief Appeals Officer

249. (1) The Minister shall appoint a Deputy Chief Appeals Officer to perform the functions of the Chief Appeals Officer during any period where—

(a) the Chief Appeals Officer is absent or incapacitated, or

(b) the office of the Chief Appeals Officer is vacant.

(2) Where a Deputy Chief Appeals Officer is performing the functions of the Chief Appeals Officer pursuant to an appointment under subsection (1), references in this Act and any other enactment to the Chief Appeals Officer shall be construed as references to the Deputy Chief Appeals Officer for the duration of such appointment.