Section 17. Powers of Council to invite any person having special knowledge or experience.

(1) The Council may, if deemed appropriate or necessary, invite any person having special knowledge or experience in paramedical field or related studies or practice, or in other fields relevant to the objects and functions of the Council, to any of its meetings. Such person shall have the right to take part in the discussions but shall have no right to vote. (2) Such invitee shall be entitled to receive such travelling and other allowances as are specified under section 16 for the purpose of attending the meeting.