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pursuant to section 5, appoint persons to hear such specifically designated
matters in the place and stead of the recused or suspended members
(3)
A person appointed pursuant to subsection (2) shall have the power,
authority and responsibility of a member with regard to specifically
designated matters only
Remuneration
12.
(1)
A Board member shall be paid such allowances and travelling expenses
incurred in the performance of his duties as the Minister may, after
consultation with the Minister responsible for finance, determine.
(2)
The allowances of a Board member shall not be reduced during his tenure
of office.
Chief Executive
13.
(1)
There shall be a Chief Executive of the Authority who shall be appointed
by the Minister pursuant to section 5(1) on such terms and conditions as
the Minister may determine.
(2.) The Chief Executive shall be the Secretary of the Board and shall hold
office for a period of 3 years and shall be eligible for reappointment.
Functions of the Chief Executive
14.
The Chief Executive shall be responsible for the execution of the policy
of the Authority, and the transaction of its daytoday business, and the
exercise of such powers as may be delegated to him by the Board subject
to section 16 of this Act.
Part III
Functions of the Authority
General duties of the Authority
15.
(1)
The Authority shall promote, develop and supervise the provision of
efficient local, national, regional and international telecommunication
services in Lesotho.
(2)
The Authority shall, without limiting the generality of subsection (1) –
(a) take all reasonable steps to promote network development, universal
service and access to telecommunication services;
(b) take all reasonable steps to ensure the efficient and effective use of the
radio frequency spectrum;
(c) promote the range and quality of telecommunication services and other
consumer interests;
(d) promote efficient management and human resource development