Chapter 6: Provinces (2) The Premier of a province appoints the members of the Executive Council, assigns their powers and functions, and may dismiss them. Accountability and responsibilities 133. (1) The members of the Executive Council of a province are responsible for the functions of the executive assigned to them by the Premier. (2) Members of the Executive Council of a province are accountable collectively and individually to the legislature for the exercise of their powers and the performance of their functions. (3) Members of the Executive Council of a province must— (a) act in accordance with the Constitution and, if a provincial constitution has been passed for the province, also that constitution; and (b) provide the legislature with full and regular reports concerning matters under their control. Continuation of Executive Councils after elections 134. When an election of a provincial legislature is held, the Executive Council and its members remain competent to function until the person elected Premier by the next legislature assumes office. Oath or affirmation 135. Before members of the Executive Council of a province begin to perform their functions, they must swear or affirm faithfulness to the Republic and obedience to the Constitution, in accordance with Schedule 2. Conduct of members of Executive Councils 136. (1) Members of the Executive Council of a province must act in accordance with a code of ethics prescribed by national legislation. (2) Members of the Executive Council of a province may not— (a) undertake any other paid work; (b) act in any way that is inconsistent with their office, or expose themselves to any situation involving the risk of a conflict between their official responsibilities and private interests; or 66