Who is responsible for appointing a public member to fill a vacancy on the Discipline Committee or Investigative Committee?

The correct answer is that the Minister is responsible for appointing a public member to fill a vacancy on the Discipline Committee or Investigative Committee. This responsibility highlights the role of the government in ensuring that public interests are represented in regulatory bodies and committees. By appointing a public member, the Minister can help to maintain a level of transparency and accountability within these committees, ensuring they do not solely reflect the interests of professionals within the industry but also consider the perspectives of the broader community.

In many regulatory frameworks, the appointment of public members is designed to enhance public trust and engagement in the oversight process. Public members are often selected because they can provide insights or viewpoints that professionals within the field might overlook, thereby contributing to more balanced and fair decision-making in disciplinary or investigative matters.

The other entities mentioned, such as the Council, the ASET Registrar, and the Review Board, may have various roles in governance and operational matters but do not hold the authority to make such appointments as the Minister does in this context.