The Inquiries (Scotland) Rules 2007

Recognised legal representative

6.—(1) Paragraph (2) applies where–

(a) there are two or more core participants, each of whom seeks to be legally represented; and

(b) the chairman considers that–

(i) their interests in the outcome of the inquiry are similar;

(ii) the facts they are likely to rely on during the course of the inquiry are similar; and

(iii) it is fair and proper for them to be jointly represented.

(2) The chairman may–

(a) direct that those core participants be represented by a single recognised legal representative; and

(b) approve a qualified lawyer for that purpose.

(3) Any approval given under paragraph (2)(b) must be agreed to by the core participants in question to be effective.

(4) But if no such agreement is reached within a reasonable period, the chairman may approve a qualified lawyer who, in the opinion of the chairman, has sufficient knowledge and experience to act in this capacity.

(5) If the conditions in paragraph (1) no longer apply, a core participant jointly represented under this rule may apply to the chairman, stating the change of circumstances relied upon, to be permitted separate representation.