Procurement Review Panel
Overview: The Procurement Review Panel is established under Section 99 of the Public Procurement Act, 2008. The Panel is responsible for ensuring transparency, fairness, and accountability in public procurement processes by reviewing complaints and disputes arising from public procurement proceedings. Composition: Chairperson: Ms. Patricia Rosette Members:- Ms. Kahaki Judith Jere
- Mr. Eddy Mancienne
- Mrs. Sylvie Faure
- Mr. Denis Matatiken
Revenue Tribunal
Overview: The Revenue Tribunal is established under Section 70 of the Revenue Administration Act, 2009. It is mandated to hear applications for review of reviewable decisions made under revenue law. Composition: Chairperson: Mr. Michael Benstrong Members:- Mr. Kalum Bandara
- Mr. Paul Robert
- Mr. Ryan Laporte
Tax and Customs Agent Board (TACAB)
Overview: The Tax and Customs Agent Board is established under Section 80 (1) of the Revenue Administration Act, 2009. The Board is responsible for the registration and regulation of Tax and Customs Agents. Composition: Chairperson: Mr. Charles Morin Deputy Chairperson: Mr. Jean Paul-Doffay Technical Advisor: Ms. Rebekah Labiche (pending replacement by Ms. Christy Vital) Members:- Ms. Nissa Villemont
- Mr. Guybert Pragassen
- Mrs. Diana Belle
- Mrs. Gayanthri Andre
Government Audit Committee (GAC)
The mandate of the Government Audit Committee (GAC) is to ensure the prudent use of public resources, the operation of adequate and effective systems of control, effective risk management mechanisms and to improve the accountability and transparency of all government entities. The Committee is an advisory committee reporting to the Minister of Finance, National Planning and Trade. The Committee’s mandate and authority are set out in the Public Finance Management Act 2012 (PFMA), regulations made under Section 35 of the PFMA and further set out in the Government Audit Committee Charter.Responsibilities & Functions
- ➤ To review and follow up on recommendations on all reports which are relevant to the accounting and financial operations of entities, received from the Auditor General’s Office, the Chief Internal Auditor from the Internal Audit Division of the Ministry of Finance, Procurement Oversight Unit and other audit institutions.
- ➤ To monitor the performance and operational effectiveness of the organization’s internal controls and reporting.
- ➤ To recommend investigations on cases of misuse of state funds and ensure proper follow-up, including legal and/or disciplinary actions and enhanced controls to avoid further misuse of resources.
- ➤ To ensure that satisfactory risk management mechanisms are in place to promote accountability and transparency in handling public resources.
- ➤ To monitor compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- ➤ To receive and deal appropriately with any concerns or complaints, whether from within or outside Government entities, relating to the roles of the Committee.
- ➤ Perform any other function determined by the Minister.
- ➤ To draw to the attention of the Minister any matters affecting the prudent use of state resources at any time.
The Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism Appeals Board
The Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) Appeals Board is established under Section 61 of the Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism Act, 2020. It provides a right of appeal to any licensee or person aggrieved by a decision of a Supervisory Authority made under the AML/CFT Act, or in relation to compliance responsibilities under the Beneficial Ownership Act. The Appeals Board is composed of five independent members, appointed for their expertise, including two with legal qualifications and three with extensive knowledge and experience in the financial services sector. Current Members of the Appeals Board- Chairperson – Mr. Divino Sabino
- Member – Ms. Angelique Antat
- Member – Ms. Janie Henriette
- Member – Mr. Mike Laval
- Member – Mr. Francis Lebon
- Secretary – Ms. Danielle Padayachy
- A copy of the Supervisory Authority’s decision; and
- An appeal fee of SCR 1,000