Paragraph 22 I1

for paragraph (1), substitute—

“(1)

When considering an application for authorisation to pursue a regulated profession, the competent authority may require any information or documentation necessary to enable the competent authority to assess the application, including—

(a)

evidence of formal qualifications, and any information necessary to determine the level and content of those qualifications;

(b)

information concerning the applicant's training to the extent necessary to determine the existence of potential substantial differences to the training requirements in the United Kingdom;

(c)

the applicant's fitness to practice and professional or financial standing; and

(d)

the applicant's insurance cover.”;

omit paragraph (2).