Legislative Council of Hong Kong

“ For the purpose of considering a petition and determining the the matters raised in such petition, and may empower such tribunal appeal the Governor in Council may appoint a tribunal to inquire into to hear evidence and do all other such things as are necessary for its due inquiry. ”

“ The Governor in Council may by regulation prescribe or provide for—
(a) the provisions required to be in college constitutions including provisions relating to the composition of Boards of Governors, College Councils, Academic Boards and Faculty Boards, the officers and academic staff with their conditions of service and generally for the administration of the College; (b) the conduct of the affairs of the College; (c) forms; (d) generally for the carrying into effect of the provisions of this Ordinance. ”

“ Colleges may establish institutes or departments of research or special studies with the approval in writing of the Director, who in giving his approval shall take into consideration the need for any such institute or department and the ability of the College to maintain satisfactory standards therein with reference to the adequacy of the teaching staff, equipment and general facilities. ”