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Part IX · General Provisions

39. Delegation of powers, duties and functions of the Board

Official English translation. Where it differs from the Sinhala or Tamil text, the Act itself says which text prevails.

(1)

The Board may, subject to such conditions as may be specified in writing, delegate to the Director-General or any officer of the Authority, any of its powers, duties and functions under this Act, other than the powers, duties and functions specified in paragraphs (g), (h), (j) and (m) of section 4 and the Director-General or such officer shall exercise, discharge and perform such powers, duties or functions subject to any special or general directions issued by the Board.

(2)

Notwithstanding any delegation made under subsection (1), the Board may exercise, discharge and perform any such powers, duties or functions so delegated.