Section 6: Functions of Committee

6. Functions of Committee (1) The Committee shall have such functions as may be necessary to further most effectively the objects of the Committee, and in particular to— (a) publish guidelines and a code of practice, with the approval of the Minister, for all uses of genetically modified organisms; (b) encourage public participation in decision making while maintaining confidentiality of information; (c) advise the Permanent Secretary, as and when required, on the appropriate strategy in cases of emergency; [Issue 7] G7 – 4 Revised Laws of Mauritius (d) examine any application made pursuant to section 7 and make its recommendations to the Permanent Secretary. (Para. (d) not in operation.) (2) In examining an application under subsection (1) (d), the Committee shall take account of the proposed activity of the GMO in respect of its likely— (a) direct or indirect effects on the environment and human and animal health; and (b) social and economic effects on people and society. (Subsec. (2) not in operation.)