286Variation of fees and charges

286 Variation of fees and charges

(1)  The Minister, if of the opinion that it is necessary or desirable to do so, may –

(a) extend the time for payment of any fee or charge; or

(b) waive the whole or part of any fee or charge; or

(c) refund the whole or part of any fee or charge; or

(d) accept a lesser amount in place of the full fee or charge.

(2)  A licensee may apply to the Minister to extend the time for payment of any fee or charge payable in respect of a licence held by that person.

(3)  The application –

(a) is to be in writing; and

(b) is to state the reasons for the application.

(4)  The Minister may –

(a) grant the application; or

(b) refuse to grant the application.