Regulation 8 Medical examination and evidence

Where the Secretary of State is considering exercising his powers under regulation 5 or 12 he may require the person concerned to submit himself for examination by a qualified medical practitioner appointed by the Secretary of State.

At any time before such medical examination, the Secretary of State, or the person concerned, may submit to the qualified medical practitioner appointed by the Secretary of State a statement containing evidence or other matter relevant to the examination.

The medical examination may be attended by a qualified medical practitioner appointed for the purpose by the person being examined.