S.L. 470.1 Art. 6Functions of the Centre.    Cap. 595.

(1) It shall be the function and purpose of the Centre to:

(a) support the Council in its functioning and the implementation of its functions, in particular, but not limited to:

(i) the promotion and appreciation of the Maltese language in Malta and beyond;

(ii) the growth of knowledge and the good use of the Maltese language, also through collaborations, publications and the utilisation of the internet and digital tools;

(b) supports the other organs of the Council in their functioning and implementation of their functions, in particular, but not limited to:

(i) the design of work plans and their implementation;

(ii) the realisation of the respective projects;

(iii) the issuing of informative publications and guidelines;

(c) design and carry out projects for the further advancement of the Maltese language, in particular, but not limited to:

(i) support the existence of the Maltese language;

(ii) the full and strong presence of the Maltese language in the digital realm;

(iii) the development and management of tools that ensure the sustainability of the Maltese language;

(d) supports and assists the Executive Director in the performance and fulfilment of his duties and functions as stipulated in the Act;

(e) supports and assists the Council to adhere to Part IV of the Act;

(f) supports and assists the Council in fulfilling its duty to prepare and present its annual report as stipulated in the Act and which shall also include a report from the Executive Head on the Centre’s work;

(g) supports and assists the Minister in fulfilling his function of convening the National Forum for the Maltese Language in accordance with article 11 of the Act.

(2) For the purpose of carrying out the functions of the Centre, the Executive Head may establish units, divisions and sections that are necessary in the organisational structure for efficient management of the affairs and work of the Council and of the Centre.

(3) The Centre shall enter into a performance agreement with the Permanent Secretary. This agreement shall regulate:

(a) the operation of the Council and of the Centre, including the obligation to comply with the provisions of the

Public Administration Act and the directives issued under the same Act;

(b) projects, including relevant time targets;

(c) without prejudice to Section IV of the Act, the estimates of the Council, which shall also include those required for the Centre, and the audit of the accounts, which shall also include those containing the records of the Centre.