Section 584Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth)

Delegation of functions and powers of the President

(1) The President may, in writing, delegate to a Vice President or a Deputy President all or any of the President’s functions or powers, other than under:

(aa) paragraph 581A(1)(b) (which deals with taking measures to maintain public confidence in the FWC); or

(a) section 620 (which deals with the constitution and decision‑making of an Expert Panel); or

(b) section 625 (which deals with the delegation of functions and powers of the FWC).

(2) In performing functions or exercising powers under a delegation, the delegate must comply with any directions of the President.

Note: See also sections 34AA and 34AB of the Acts Interpretation Act 1901.

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