25Variation of licence on the motion of the Secretary

25 Variation of licence on the motion of the Secretary

(1) Before—

(a) varying a non-emergency patient transport service licence; or

(b) varying a condition on a non-emergency patient transport service licence—

of his or her own motion under section 24, the Secretary must—

(c) notify the holder of the licence; and

(d) allow the holder an opportunity to make written submissions.

(2) Submissions under subsection (1) must be made within the time period specified in the notice.

(3) In making a decision as to whether or not to vary a licence under section 24, the Secretary must—

(a) have regard to submissions made within the period for making submissions; and

(b) notify the holder of his or her decision.

(4) A variation to which subsection (1) applies has effect from the time specified in the notice under subsection (3).