(1) The Authority may, as it considers necessary to assist it in the performance of its functions -

(a) enter into contracts or arrangements with any person, and

(b) appoint consultants or advisers.

(2) The Authority may, out of the resources at its disposal, pay to a person, consultant or adviser referred to in subsection (1), such fees (if any) or allowances for expenses (if any) as the Authority may determine.

(3) The appointment of a consultant or adviser shall be for such period and, subject to subsection (2), be on such terms and conditions, as the Authority considers appropriate.