28. Functions of Minister of Conservation---The Minister of
 Conservation shall have the following functions under this Act:
   (a) The preparation and recommendation of New Zealand coastal policy
         statements under section 57:
   (b) The approval of regional coastal plans in accordance with the
         First Schedule:
   (c) The making of decisions on applications for coastal permits in
         relation to restricted coastal activities:
   (d) The monitoring of the effect and implementation of national
         coastal policy statements and coastal permits issued by the
         Minister of Conservation:
   (e) The certification under section 4 (4) (c) (i) of works and
         activities to which this Act does not apply.