(1)A panel may in interim order proceedings make an interim order in relation to a registered person.
(2)An interim orders panel may make an interim order whether or not the matter has been referred to a fitness to practise panel.
(3)Where a matter has been referred to a fitness to practise panel, any interim order must be made before the matter is disposed of by the fitness to practise panel in accordance with any of sections 135 to 138.
(4)The two types of interim order are—
(a)an interim suspension order, which is an order suspending the registered person's registration;
(b)an interim conditional registration order, which is an order imposing conditions on the registered person's registration.
(5)A panel may make an interim order only if it is satisfied that the order—
(a)is necessary for the protection of the public,
(b)is otherwise in the public interest, or
(c)is in the interests of the registered person.
(6)An interim order—
(a)takes effect immediately, and
(b)may not have effect for a period of more than 18 months (unless it is extended; see section 148 (extension of interim order by the tribunal)).
(7)Where an interim order is made in respect of a registered person, SCW must give notice to the person of—
(a)the decision,
(b)the reasons for the decision, and
(c)the right of appeal under section 145 against the decision.