Section 13, The Environment Protection Act, 2000

(1) The Director shall, subject to the policy guidance of the Minister have responsibility for the implementation of the National Environmental Action Plan. (2) The Director may in writing designate any officer of the Department as an authorised officer and may delegate to such officer any of the powers or duties conferred on him by this Act. PART III — ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENTS [Margin: Prohibition of certain activities.]