(1) In discharging its functions and exercising its powers as part of the European System of Central Banks, the primary objective of the Bank is to maintain price stability.
(2) The Bank also has the following objectives:
(a) the stability of the financial system overall;
(b) the proper and effective regulation of financial service providers and markets, while ensuring that the best interests of consumers of financial services are protected;
(c) the efficient and effective operation of payment and settlement systems;
(ca) the resolution of financial difficulties in credit institutions;
(d) the provision of analysis and comment to support national economic policy development;
(e) the discharge of such other functions and powers as are conferred on it by law.
(3) The Minister may, from time to time, request the Governor or the Commission to consult with the Minister, in relation to their respective functions, as regards the performance by the Bank of any function of the Bank (other than
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