Board Members
Board members are appointed in accordance with section 126(1)(b) of the Act. Board members are required to be legal practitioners, psychiatrists and persons who are neither legal practitioners nor psychiatrists (referred to as "community members').

Expressions of interest are sought when necessary. Following an interview process by a panel convened by the President, recommendations are made to the Minister for Health. Appointments are made by the Governor in Council on the advice of the Minister for terms not exceeding three years and members are eligible for re-appointment: (Schedule 1).

Issues considered when appointing members include the requirement for a balanced gender representation in the membership of the Board, cultural diversity, and the range of knowledge and experience of members.