SECTION 177

(1) At the beginning of each session and for the duration thereof, the council board shall designate one or more of its members to supervise the work of the secretary-general in his capacity as rapporteur. (2) It may appoint auxiliaries who are non-members, from among council staff. Such auxiliaries shall attend meetings, but shall not participate in deliberations. (3) The representative of the State or his duly authorized delegate shall attend council board sessions as of right. He shall take the floor whenever he so requests, but may not take part in voting or chair council board deliberations. His statements shall be entered in the minutes. (4) The council board may, if it deems it necessary, request authorization from the representative of the State to consult with State employees during the session. It may also consult with any other person on account of their competence, following the same procedure.