SCHEDULE 3Requirements that a competent authority must be satisfied that the body meets
Access to the ADR entity2
The body—
a
maintains an up-to-date website which provides the parties to a domestic dispute or cross-border dispute with information regarding the alternative dispute resolution procedure operated by the body;
b
provides the information referred to in sub-paragraph (a) to a party on a durable medium, if a party requests it;
c
ensures that its website enables a consumer to file an initial complaint submission and any necessary supporting documents online;
d
permits the consumer to file an initial complaint submission by post, if the consumer wishes;
e
enables the exchange of information between the parties via electronic means or, if a party wishes, by post;
f
accepts disputes covered by Regulation (EU) No 524/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 21 May 2013 on online dispute resolution for consumer disputes M1.