23.—(1) The decision of the committee on an application must be made by majority but in the event of a tie, the chair has a casting vote.
(2) The decision must be recorded in a document signed by the chair.
(3) A statement of reasons must be prepared by the chair with the assistance of the other members of the committee.
(4) Where the decision of the committee is not unanimous, the chair must give a brief note of the opinion of the minority.
(5) In the absence or incapacity of the chair, the chair’s functions under this regulation may be carried out by another member of the committee.
(6) The decision of the committee, statement of reasons and note (if any) must be published.