Cap. 439 Art. 5Duties of Council.

The Council shall -

(a) have the duty to advise the Minister on any matter -

(i) related to the making of regulations under any of the provisions of this Act; and

(ii) affecting the animal and veterinary public health in Malta, as may be required by the Minister;

(b) have the power to recommend the adoption or the implementation of any measures, enquiries or scientific investigations as, in its opinion, may be conducive to, and in the interests of, the well-being of animals;

(c) advise the Minister on all matters related to biotechnology in animals and animal experiments and with respect to the issue of licences under Part XI of this Act;

(d) advise the Minister on all matters related to the keeping of farm animal housing systems and on the issue or otherwise of permits under Part VII of this Act; and

(e) advise the Minister, in issuing regulations, orders or rules under this Act, shall consult the Council.