Part 1The Judiciary

F2The Ombudsman

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S. 9A and preceding cross-heading inserted (25.9.2006) by Constitutional Reform Act 2005 (c. 4), ss. 124(2), 148; S.I. 2006/1537, art. 3(a)

9GF1References by the Lord Chancellor

1

If the Lord Chancellor refers to the Ombudsman any matter relating to the procedures of the Commission or a committee of the Commission, the Ombudsman must investigate it.

2

The matter may relate to such procedures generally or in a particular case.

3

The Ombudsman must report to the Lord Chancellor on any investigation under this section.

4

The report must state—

a

what findings the Ombudsman has made;

b

what if any action he recommends should be taken by any person in relation to the matter.

5

The report must be signed by the Ombudsman.