22. The functions of the Implementation Group shall be to—

(a) promote compliance by Departments of State with their obligations under this Act,

(b) monitor the implementation by Departments of State of the guidelines issued by the Minister under section 6,

(c) provide support to Departments of State in respect of the preparation and publication of sectoral implementation plans,

(d) promote a consistent approach by Departments of State in respect of the preparation and publication of sectoral implementation plans,

(e) report to the Minister, when requested, on the implementation of this Act and of the guidelines issued by the Minister under section 6,and

(f) provide information or advice, or make proposals, to the Minister on matters relating to the functions of the Implementation Group referred to in paragraphs (a), (b), (c), (d) and (e).