25.—(1) The Minister may, in writing, authorise as an authorised organisation for the purposes of this Act an organisation which, in the Minister's opinion, engages from time to time in the provision of a youth work programme or a youth work service.

(2) An authorisation under subsection (1) is for a period of 3 years beginning on the date of the authorisation but may be renewed for a further period or periods each of 3 years.

(3) The Minister may at any time revoke an authorisation under this section.