The Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006
12. Functions of
Central Advisory Committee. -
1.
The
Central Advisory Committee shall ensure close co-operation between the Food
Authority and the enforcement agencies and organisations operating in the field
of food.
2.
The
Central Advisory Committee shall advise the Food Authority on-
a. the performance of
its duties under this section and in particular in drawing up of a proposal for
the Food Authority's work programme,
b. on the prioritisation
of work,
c. identifying potential
risks,
d. pooling of knowledge,
and
e. such other functions
as may be specified by regulations.
1.
2.
3.
The
Central Advisory Committee shall meet regularly at the invitation of the
Chairperson of Central Advisory Committee or at the request of at least
one-third of its members, and not less than three times a year.