Commentary on Sections Part 7: Inland Waterways Section 75: Term of office, procedure etc.
195.This section adds a new section 110A to the 1968 Act setting out the terms under which the members of the new Council hold office, and the procedure for the appointment of regional and other committees. The new section also provides for the payment of members’ expenses and allowances, and the remuneration of the chairman.
196.The Waterways Board is currently required to provide the Council with staff and accommodation. This requirement is dropped under the new section 110A. Under the new provision the Secretary of State and Scottish Ministers must provide the Council with staff and accommodation.