(1) The chairperson of the Board shall through the Minister notify the President of vacancies that occur in the membership of the Board within one month of the occurrence.

(2) The President on being notified of a vacancy shall request the appropriate body to nominate another person for appointment.

(3) Where the vacant position is that of the chairperson, the Minister shall notify the President who shall in consultation with the Council of State appoint a new chairperson.