Paragraph 9 Consideration with or without a hearing

(1)

The Tribunal must conclude the hearing of the appeal on the date fixed under the Fast Track Rules.

(2)

Where—

(a)

the appeal—

(i)

lapses pursuant to section 99 of the 2002 Act;

(ii)

is treated as abandoned pursuant to section 104(4A) of the 2002 Act; or

(iii)

is withdrawn by the appellant or treated as withdrawn in accordance with rule 17 of the Principal Rules;

(b)

the Tribunal postpones or adjourns the hearing under rule 12 or 14(2)(a); or

(c)

all of the parties to the appeal consent to the Tribunal deciding the appeal without a hearing;

the requirement referred to in paragraph (1) ceases.