Local Government etc. (Scotland) Act 1994

StaffS

2(1)The Commissioner may, with the consent of the Secretary of State as to numbers, terms and conditions, appoint staff.

(2)The Commissioner may make arrangements for the payment of pensions, gratuities or allowances to, or in respect of, any person who has ceased to be a member of staff of the Commissioner and may, in particular—

(a)make contributions or payments towards provision for such pensions, gratuities or allowances,

(b)establish and administer one or more pension schemes.

(3)Arrangements under sub-paragraph (2) are subject to the approval of the Secretary of State.