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PART 3The Energy Order

Authority members

31.  In Schedule 1

(a)in paragraph 2A—

(i)at the end of sub-paragraph (a) omit “or”; and

(ii)for the full stop at the end of sub-paragraph (b) substitute “;or” and add—

(c)disclose information which is subject to a duty of confidentiality either while holding office or after holding office.;

(b)after paragraph 3(1) insert—

(1A) No person shall be appointed to hold office as chairman or other member except—

(a)in accordance with the code and such other guidance as may be published from time to time under Article 3(2) of the Commissioner for Public Appointments (Northern Ireland) Order 1995; and

(b)on the basis of the application of objective, transparent and published criteria which ensures that the candidate has the necessary skills and experience for the relevant position..