Rule 7 Respondent’s answerI1I2

Rule 17 is amended by inserting the following sub-rules after sub-rule (4)—

“(4A)

The maker of a statement in support may in the statement request that the maker’s contact details should not be disclosed to the complainant and shall give reasons for any such request.

(4B)

Where a request is made under sub-rule (4A), the relevant contact details shall not be disclosed to the complainant and shall be deleted from copies of any documents to be served on the complainant unless the registrar otherwise directs.

(4C)

Where the registrar makes a direction under sub-rule (4B), the registrar shall forthwith in writing notify the respondent and the maker of the statement of the reasons for making the direction.”.