63.8. If the Minister ascertains that the public health director is guilty of grave misconduct or tolerates a situation which could pose a threat to the health of the population, the Minister may request the regional council to exercise the powers conferred on it by section 63.7.
If the regional council fails to act within the time specified, the Minister may withdraw the functions and powers vested in the director. In that case, a person shall be appointed to temporarily replace the director in accordance with the provisions of section 63.5.