Retaining legal counsel

(1) If deemed necessary for the performance of the duties of the Commission under the provisions of this Act, the Commission may retain legal counsel to serve as legal advisor to the Commission. (2) Legal Counsel retained pursuant to subsection (1) is entitled to appear at any inquiry conducted by the Commission under this Act and may, at the request of the Commission, (a) question any person who is being examined on oath; (b) make a legal submission to the Commission. Prevention of Corruption 41 (3) Section 8 of this Act relating to duty as to secrecy applies to legal counsel in like manner.