12 No. Constitution of Board of Authority of 2013] Medicines and Allied Substances (a) a representative of the Pharmaceutical Society of Zambia; (b) a representative of the Medical Association of Zambia; (c) a representative of the Health Professions Council of Zambia; (d) a representative of the department of pharmacy of a higher education institution; (e) a representative of the School of Veterinary Medicine of a higher education institution; (f) a representative of the pharmaceutical industry; (g) a representative of the Ministry responsible for health; (h) a representative of the Ministry responsible for commerce; (i) a representative of the Ministry responsible for veterinary services; (j) a representative of the Ministry responsible for community development; (k) a representative of the Veterinary Association of Zambia; (l) a representative of the Attorney-General; and (m) two other persons. (2) The members referred to in subsection (1) shall be recommended by their respective institutions. (3) The Minister shall appoint the Chairperson of the Board from amongst the members. (4) The members shall elect the Vice-Chairperson of the Board from amongst themselves. (5) A person shall not be nominated or appointed as a member of the Board if the person— (a) is an undischarged bankrupt; (b) has been convicted of an offence involving fraud or dishonesty; (c) has been convicted of an offence under any written law and sentenced to imprisonment for a period exceeding six months without the option of a fine; (d) has been found guilty of professional misconduct; or (e) is an employee of the Authority. 8. The Board shall, subject to the provisions of this Act, perform the following functions: