S.L. 456.3 Art. 8Functions of the Commission.

For the purposes of these regulations, and without prejudice to article 12 of the Act, the functions of the Commission shall include:

(a) providing independent legal assistance to workers and members of their family, without prejudice to the rights of the same workers and members of their family and the rights of associations, organisations and other legal entities mentioned in regulation 6: Provided that such legal assistance during legal proceedings shall be free of charge to persons who lack sufficient resources;

(b) conducting independent surveys and analyses concerning unjustified restrictions and obstacles to the right of free movement, or discrimination on grounds of nationality of workers and members of their family; and

(c) publishing independent reports and making recommendations on any issue relating to such restrictions, obstacles and, or discrimination.