27AOmbudsman may refer questions to the AAT

#### 27A Ombudsman may refer questions to the AAT (1) Where the Ombudsman or Investigation Division is investigating the taking of action under a power, whether conferred by an enactment or otherwise, the Ombudsman may refer a specified question about the taking of the action, or the exercise of the power, to the Administrative Appeals Tribunal if he or she thinks it appropriate. (2) If the Ombudsman refers the question to the Tribunal, the Ombudsman must, as soon as practicable, give written notice of the referral to the Commissioner. (3) The Tribunal may give an advisory opinion on the question.