Regulation 12 Procedure at hearings
England and Wales
(1)
A hearing shall take the form of a discussion led by the inspector.
(2)
Subject to regulation 11(3) to (5)—
(a)
the applicant is entitled to give, or to call another person to give, oral evidence; and
(b)
any other person may give oral evidence with the permission of the inspector.
(3)
Cross-examination is not permitted unless the inspector decides that it is necessary to ensure a sufficient examination of the issues.