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(1)The Authority must appoint—
(a)the chief constable,
(b)one or more deputy chief constables, and
(c)one or more assistant chief constables.
(2)An appointment of a chief constable has effect only if approved by the Scottish Ministers.
(3)The Authority must consult the chief constable before appointing a deputy or assistant chief constable.