(1)  In this section –

first-aid provider means an organisation that provides first-aid services;

first-aid provider licence means a licence granted under subsection (3) ;

prescribed substance means a substance prescribed for the purposes of this section.

(2)  A first-aid provider may apply to the Minister for –

(a) the grant of a licence under subsection (3) ; or

(b) the renewal of such a licence.

(3)  The Minister, in his or her discretion, may, on the application of a first-aid provider –

(a) grant, or refuse to grant, to that first-aid provider a licence; or

(b) renew, or refuse to renew, a licence.

(4)  Without limiting the Minister's discretion, the Minister may refuse to grant an application if the Minister considers that the applicant does not have appropriate clinical governance arrangements in place.

(5)  A first-aid provider licence authorises the licence holder to purchase, possess and supply prescribed substances for the purposes of first-aid services, subject to compliance with the provisions of this Act and any conditions and restrictions specified in the licence.

(6)  A first-aid provider licence, unless sooner cancelled, continues in force for a period specified in the licence of up to 24 months from the day on which it is granted.