b

the notice received from the appropriate chief constable under subsection (3)(a) or (b) of section 73 includes a recommendation under subsection (4) of that section,

5A

If—

a

all of those conditions are met in relation to the applicant,

b

the Board has received from the appropriate chief constable a notice under subsection (3)(b) of section 73, and

c

the notice does not include a recommendation under subsection (4) of that section,

the Board may hold a hearing for the purpose of considering and determining the application.

5B

If the Board decides not to hold a hearing under subsection (5A), the Board must grant the application.