Powers and functions of the General Council

Powers and functions of the General Council.—(1) The General Council shall be the supreme body of the Institute and shall have the following powers and functions, namely:—

1. (a) to advise on the broad policies and programmes of the Institute and suggest measures for its development;
2. (b) to consider and review the appointments, financial performance and the results of the Institute;
3. (c) to approve the rules and regulations of the Institute as proposed by the Board;
4. (d) to review the annual report and the audited accounts of the Institute;
5. (e) to advise the Board in regard to the strategic directions of the Institute; and
6. (f) to perform such other functions as may be prescribed.

1. (2) The General Council shall meet at least once in a year at such time and place as may be decided by the Chairperson.