Following certain allegations of abuse of power and privileges made against the Governor of the Bank of Mauritius, the Government has decided to set up a Fact Finding Committee, under the Chairmanship of Sir Victor Glover, Kt. GOSK, to inquire into these allegations.

2. The Terms of Reference of the above Committee are as follows:-

(a) to look into whether the Governor of the Bank of Mauritius, in the performance of his duties as Governor, has committed acts which constitute:-

(i) an abuse of authority and power, and of  privileges including overseas missions and related expenses, hospitality, remuneration or allowances;
(ii) oppression or victimisation of any employee; and
(iii) misuse of public funds.

(b) to look into whether the Governor has refused to implement or comply with any decision of the Board of Directors of the Bank that was within the powers of the Board;

(c)  to look into whether, following the enactment of the Bank of Mauritius Act, or otherwise, there are any areas of, or causes for,  conflict between the functions and powers of the Governor and those of the Board, and, if so, whether  changes ought to be made to the relevant provisions of the Bank of Mauritius Act to prevent the recurrence of such conflicts; and

(d) to make such recommendations, as are considered appropriate.

Prime Minister’s Office
16 February 2010