Article 17A Function of Special AdvocatesF1

(1)

Where a special advocate has been appointed under rule 17(8) it is their function to represent the best interests of the prisoner by—

(a)

making submissions to the panel in any oral hearings from which the prisoner and the prisoner’s representative are excluded;

(b)

adducing evidence and cross-examining witnesses at any such hearings;

(c)

making applications to or seeking directions from the panel or duty member where necessary, and

(d)

making written submissions to the panel, including whether material withheld under rule 17(5) should be disclosed in full or in a summary or redacted version.

Annotations

Textual amendments

F1: Rules 17A-17C inserted (16.12.2025) by The Parole Board (Amendment) Rules 2025 (S.I. 2025/1231), rules 1(2), 2(7)