The Forum shall advise the Minister on any matter—
| (a) | referred to it by him or her, and in particular— |
| (i) | the management and development of the fishing industry, including issues relating to the total allowable catch; |
| (ii) | marine living resources management and related legislation; |
| (iii) | the establishment and amendment of operational management procedures, including management plans; |
| (iv) | recommendations and directives on areas of research, including multidisciplinary research; and |
| (v) | the allocation of money from the Fund; and |
| (b) | in respect of the objectives and principles referred to in section 2 that in the opinion of the Forum should be brought to the attention of the Minister. |
