Regulation 6 Procedure at first stage review

(1)

Where an application is made under regulation 5 above, the Scottish Ministers shall review the decision which is specified in it.

(2)

In reviewing a decision the Scottish Ministers may–

(a)

consider any document or other evidence produced by the applicant (whether or not that document or evidence was available at the time of the decision);

(b)

invite the applicant to provide such further information relevant to the review as they consider appropriate; and

(c)

invite the applicant to give evidence and to make representations in person or through a representative.