Cap. 274 Art. 3Functions of the Minister.
(1) It shall be the function of the Minister to promote and develop tourism in Malta and, without prejudice to the other provisions of this Act and to any other function or power, the Minister shall have power to do all that he may deem necessary for that purpose or conducive thereto.
(2) In the discharge of any of his functions, the Minister may delegate any of his powers to any public officer, or other person or authority, and may also act through any such officer, person or authority.