13E+WThe OLC may appoint such staff as it considers appropriate to assist in the performance of its functions.
14E+WStaff appointed under paragraph 13 are to be—
(a)appointed on terms and conditions determined by the OLC, and
(b)paid by the OLC in accordance with provision made by or under the terms of appointment.
15E+WA member of staff appointed under paragraph 13 may be a member (but not chairman) of the OLC.
16E+WThe terms and conditions on which an ombudsman, or any member of staff appointed under paragraph 13, is appointed may provide for the OLC to pay, or make payments towards the provision of, a pension, allowance or gratuity to or in respect of that person.
17E+WThe OLC may pay compensation for loss of employment to or in respect of an ombudsman (or former ombudsman), or a member (or former member) of staff appointed under paragraph 13.