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Enquiry

From
Natural England
Date advice given
24 May 2012
Enquiry type
Phone

Will there be cross examination at the hearing

Advice given

It is for the Examining Authority to decide whether or not to allow cross examination to take place. The standard method of examination is inquisitorial in nature which means that the Examining Authority asks the questions he/she considers relevant. However, the Examinig Authority can allow cross examination to take place if he/she considers that it a) is necessary for the adequate testing of any representation; or b) to ensure that an interested party has a fair chance to put across his/her case.