In section 213 of the M1Water Industry Act 1991 (powers to make regulations), the following subsections shall be inserted after subsection (2)—
“(2A)Such regulations may include provision—
(a)for the determination of questions of fact or of law which may arise in giving effect to the regulations;
(b)for regulating (otherwise than in relation to any court proceedings) any matters relating to the practice and procedure to be followed in connection with the determination of such questions;
(c)as to the mode of proof of any matter;
(d)as to parties and their representation; and
(e)for the right to appear before and be heard by the Secretary of State, the Director and other authorities.
(2B)Any such regulations which prescribe a period within which things are to be done may provide for extending the period so prescribed.”