Advisory Council
/ˌædˈvaɪzəri ˈkaʊnsəl/
Definitions
- (n.) A body formed to provide expert advice or guidance to a government, corporation, or organization, typically without decision-making authority.
The advisory council recommended changes to the environmental regulations.
Forms
- advisory councils
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Commentary
Advisory councils serve consultative roles and do not possess formal legislative or executive powers; clarity in their scope and authority is essential in legal drafting.
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