Commonwealth Numbered Acts

TELECOMMUNICATIONS ACT 1975 No. 55 of 1975 - SECT 7

7. (1) The Minister may, after consultation with the Commission, give to the
Commission, in writing, such directions, with respect to the performance of
its functions and the exercise of its powers, as appear to the Minister to be
necessary in the public interest.

(2) Where the Minister gives a direction to the Commission under sub-section
(1), the Minister shall cause a copy of the direction to be laid before each
House of the Parliament within 15 sitting days after the direction is so
given.

(3) Sub-section (1) does not authorize the Minister to give a direction with
respect to rentals or charges referred to in section 11.