Mary Henry (Independent)

I move amendment No. 7:

In page 16, lines 1 to 3, to delete paragraph (d).

This is an extraordinary amendment for a university Senator to table. Section 16(1)(e) provides for the appointment of two academics to the council. I am concerned that subsection (d) additionally provides for the appointment of a person who must be engaged in the provision of higher education. Veterinary medicine requires some academic input and is a very professional business. However, notwithstanding the increase in council membership to 19, the inclusion of three academics seems excessive. Some engaged in veterinary practice are concerned that academia should have such a strong influence. Furthermore, the person appointed under this subsection could be a vet which would mean that three members of the veterinary school could be on the council.