9(1)The CMA is to have a chief executive appointed by the Secretary of State (the “chief executive”).U.K.
(2)The chief executive may also be a member of the CMA, but must not be—
(a)the chair, or
(b)a member of the CMA panel.
(3)Before appointing the chief executive, the Secretary of State must consult the chair.
(4)The appointment—
(a)is to be for a term of not more than five years;
(b)subject to that, is to be on such terms and conditions as the Secretary of State considers fit.
(5)The chief executive holds that office as a member of the staff of the CMA.
(6)A previous appointment as chief executive does not affect a person's eligibility for re-appointment.
Commencement Information
I1Sch. 4 para. 9 in force at 1.10.2013 by S.I. 2013/2227, art. 2(j) (with art. 3)