84   Procedure and evidence at a special inquiry

(1979 Act, s 103)

(1)  If the person conducting a special inquiry agrees, an agent (including a legal practitioner) may represent a person, Department or other body at the inquiry.

(2)  The person conducting a special inquiry is not bound by the rules of evidence and may be informed on any matter in issue at the inquiry in such manner as the person considers appropriate.

(3)  The person conducting a special inquiry may, in respect of a matter not dealt with by or under this Act, give directions as to the procedure to be followed at or in connection with the inquiry.