In terms of section 4(zG) of the Pharmacy Act 53 of 1974, as amended, Council may determine the fees payable  to  Council.  This  means  that  any  new  fees  or  amendments  to  existing  fees  are  determined annually  by  Council.  As  in  the  past,  all  efforts  will  be  made  to  curtail  costs  and  keep  any  increases  in fees to the minimum. The fees for the year 2017 are published below for general information: