4. Representing relevant statutory boards in other court proceedings

(1)

The Attorney‑General may represent a relevant statutory board in other proceedings in court (however instituted) not mentioned in section 3(1), if —

(a)

the relevant statutory board makes a request to the Attorney‑General for such representation;

(b)

the Minister charged with the responsibility for the relevant statutory board consents to such representation;

(c)

the Attorney‑General is of the opinion that the Government and the relevant statutory board have no conflicting interests in the matter; and

(d)

the Attorney‑General is of the opinion that the proceedings concern a matter of public importance.

(2)

Any decision made by the Attorney‑General to, or not to, represent a relevant statutory board pursuant to subsection (1) is final and conclusive.

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