The Appeals Commission shall consist of the following persons appointed by theF3 First Minister and deputy First Minister acting jointly, that is to say a Chief Commissioner and such number, if any, of other Commissioners asF4 the Office of the First Minister and deputy First Minister may, with the consent of the Ministry of FinanceF5, determine.

A Commissioner shall not engage, whether directly or indirectly, or be a partner of any person who engages, in a gainful profession, occupation or business if to do so would in any way be incompatible with his functions under this Order.

There shall be paid to a Commissioner or in respect of his service such remuneration and allowances and such pension, allowances or benefits as the Ministry may determine with the approval of the Ministry of FinanceF5.