12.—(1) Notwithstanding the repeal of the Act of 1988 by section 8, the Tribunal shall continue in being.

(2) The provisions of Schedule 2 shall have effect in relation to the Tribunal.

(3) Subject to section 39, the determination of the Tribunal of an appeal made to it under this Act shall be final.

(4) The Minister may, from time to time, appoint such and so many persons as he or she considers necessary to assist the Tribunal in the performance of its functions under this Act.