Commentary on Sections Part 7: Border and Immigration Inspectorate Section 49: Chief Inspector: supplemental
152.Section 49 deals with supplemental issues such as the appointment and pay of the Chief Inspector. Subsection (1) says that the Secretary of State must pay remuneration and allowances to the Chief Inspector. In terms of the Chief Inspector’s budget, subsection (2) says that the Secretary of State must, before the start of each financial year, set the Chief Inspector’s budget for the year. The Secretary of State can allow the Chief Inspector to exceed his budget for a specified purpose. Subsection (3) makes clear that the Chief Inspector shall hold and vacate office in accordance with terms of appointment. Subsection (4) allows him to appoint staff. Subsection (5) sets out that a person employed by a government department or devolved administration may not be appointed Chief Inspector.