13(1)To assist him in any investigation [F1the Commissioner] may obtain advice from any person who, in his opinion, is qualified to give it.E+W+S
(2)[F2The Commissioner] may pay to any such person from whom he obtains advice under this paragraph such fees or allowances as he may determine with the approval of the Treasury.
Textual Amendments
F1Words in Sch. 1 para. 13(1) substituted (1.4.2006) by Public Services Ombudsman (Wales) Act 2005 (c. 10), s. 40, Sch. 6 para. 53(10)(a) (with s. 38); S.I. 2005/2800, art. 5(1)(3)
F2Words in Sch. 1 para. 13(2) substituted (1.4.2006) by Public Services Ombudsman (Wales) Act 2005 (c. 10), s. 40, Sch. 6 para. 53(10)(b) (with s. 38); S.I. 2005/2800, art. 5(1)(3)