PART VHEARINGS AND DECISIONS
Failure of parties to attend36
1
If a party fails to attend or be represented at a hearing of which they have been duly notified, the Tribunal may–
a
unless it is satisfied that there is sufficient reason for such absence, hear and determine the reference in the party’s absence; or
b
adjourn the hearing.
2
Before disposing of the reference in the absence of a party, the Tribunal shall consider the reference, any response, any statement of case and any written evidence submitted in accordance with the Rules.