Regulation 8 Right of opponent to make representations

Any opponent may, within 14 days (or, in the case of an opponent resident outside the United Kingdom, 28 days) of being notified of the application, or such longer time as the Board may in the particular circumstances allow, make to the Board representations in writing as to the application, and the Board shall, except where it makes legal aid available under regulation 18 below, consider any such representations before determining the application.