31Powers of Commissioner in relation to objections

31 Powers of Commissioner in relation to objections

(1)  In this section –

delegate means a person to whom the Commissioner has delegated powers to consider an objection under section 30 .

(2)  After considering a notice of objection under section 30 in respect of a decision, the Commissioner may confirm, vary or reverse the decision.

(3)  The Commissioner must give the person who lodged the objection written notice of the decision on the objection, setting out the reasons for the decision.

(4)  The Commissioner must ensure that a delegate who considers and decides on an objection lodged under section 30  –

(a) was not involved in making the decision to which the objection relates; or

(b) is not, or was not at the time the decision to which the objection relates, a subordinate of a person who was involved in making the decision.