Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:C2024C00694:section:48
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:C2024C00694
Segment Type: section
Provision Reference: s 48
Character Range: 32321–32921

48  Delegation by Minister
 (1) The Minister may, in writing, delegate to:
 (a) the Secretary; or
 (b) an SES employee or an acting SES employee in the Department, other than a staff member;
the Minister's functions or powers under the following provisions:
 (c) subsection 26(2) (appointment of acting Chair);
 (d) section 28 (leave).
Note: Sections 34AA to 34A of the Acts Interpretation Act 1901 contain provisions relating to delegations.
 (3) In performing a function, or exercising a power, delegated under subsection (1), the delegate must comply with any written directions of the Minister.