43Evidence

43 Evidence

(1)  The Tribunal must allow a party to proceedings a reasonable opportunity –

(a) to call or give evidence; and

(b) to examine, cross-examine or re-examine witnesses; and

(c) to make submissions to the Tribunal.

(2)  Despite subsection (1) , the Tribunal may refuse to allow a party to proceedings to call evidence on a matter if the Tribunal considers that there is already sufficient evidence of that matter before the Tribunal.

(3)  Evidence in proceedings –

(a) may be given orally or in writing; and

(b) if the Tribunal requires, must be given on oath or by affidavit.

(4)  A member may administer or cause to be administered an oath, or take or cause to be taken an affirmation, for the purpose of taking and receiving evidence during proceedings.