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129 Investigation offences (1) For the purposes of an investigation, a person must not, without reasonable excuse, fail to— (a) appear or give evidence if required; or (b) answer a question if required; or (c) produce a document if required; or (d) take an oath or make an affirmation if required. (2) A person appearing at an investigation must not knowingly or recklessly give evidence that is false or misleading in a material particular. Public health investigations Part 8 (3) A person must not hinder, obstruct or delay the conduct of an investigation.

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