Section 7: Functions of the Council.

(1) The Council shall be responsible for the determination of the overall policy of the Institute and the formulation of long-term plans and budget and ensuring the implementation of such policies and plans.
(2) Without prejudice to the generality of subsection (1) of this section, the Council shall-
(a) approve the research and training programmes of the Institute;
(b) determine the fees to be paid for research, consultations, training and any other services that may be offered by the Institute; and
(c) promote or undertake such other activities as are expedient or necessary in the opinion of the Council for the discharge of its responsibilities under this Act.