56Commissioner must obtain consent in relation to

56 Commissioner must obtain consent in relation to proceeding (1) The commissioner must not begin or defend a proceeding under section 55 unless the commissioner has— (a) the written consent of the consumer; and (b) the written consent of the Minister. (2) Nothing in subsection (1) requires the commissioner to obtain the consent of the consumer or the Minister in relation to the defence of a counterclaim, set-off or cross-action. (3) A consent given under subsection (1) (a) is irrevocable except with the consent of the commissioner. (4) A consent given under subsection (1) (b) is subject to the conditions the Minister considers appropriate.