14. (1) The Office may engage such consultants and advisers as it considers necessary for the performance of its functions.

(2) The Office shall comply with any directions concerning the engagement of consultants and advisers that may from time to time be given to it by the Minister.

(3) Any fees payable to a consultant or adviser shall, having regard to guidelines issued from time to time by the Minister, be paid by the Office out of moneys at its disposal.