Schedule 1: The Office for Environmental Protection Staffing and remuneration
Paragraph 7 gives the OEP the power to appoint and make other arrangements for staff as it determines; and to pay its staff any remuneration and allowances as it determines. This will also be done in accordance with the public sector pay and terms guidance . This arrangement gives the OEP independence in how it recruits and pays its staff, without approval from Ministers. Sub-paragraph (2) provides for the Chair to determine the terms of the CEO when making the first appointment.
	Sub-paragraph (4) places a duty on the OEP to make pensions arrangements for its members and staff with the approval of the Secretary of State.
	Sub-paragraphs (5) and (6) ensure that the OEP is able to take part in the Civil Service Pension Scheme for its employees.