Explanatory Notes

Planning Act 2008

2008 CHAPTER 29

26 November 2008

Commentary

Part 6, Chapter 4: Examination of applications under Chapter 2 or 3

Section 101: Legal advice and assistance

183.This section allows the chair of the Commission to appoint a barrister, solicitor or advocate to provide legal advice and assistance to the Examining authority. The advice and assistance which may be provided includes oral questioning at a hearing. The Examining authority must request an appointment before one can be made.