Regulation 24 Reconsideration on the papers

(1)

The Committee may reconsider a decision on the papers following receipt of a notice of exercise of right and the information and documents specified in regulation 16(2), unless the appellant has requested a hearing.

(2)

Written evidence which has not been submitted by either party in accordance with regulations 16, 17 and 21 shall only be considered by the Committee if, in the opinion of the Chair, there are exceptional circumstances.

(3)

Before making its decision the Committee may obtain advice from an adviser.

(4)

The Chair shall ensure that a written record (in addition to that required by regulation 13(1) and (2)) is kept of—

(a)

any rulings on questions of law or admissibility made by the Chair;

(b)

the decision of the Committee; and

(c)

the reasons for the Committee’s decision.