1. The CEC members, whose mandate is interrupted prematurely due to the amendments to this Code, shall remain in office until their replacement by the new members elected in accordance with the Code.

2. The CEC member, whose mandate is interrupted due to article 181, shall receive his/her salary until 31 December 2012.

3. The CEC member, whose mandate is interrupted, shall be returned to his/her previous public office, or shall be appointed to an equivalent position.