Formal investigations
I1I29Further provision about terms of reference
1
The terms of reference for a formal investigation under section 8 must—
a
describe the issue to be investigated,
b
identify (by name or description) any person to whom the Commissioner expects to address a recommendation in the report produced at the conclusion of the investigation,
c
state whether the Commissioner expects to need access to individuals’ information in the course of the investigation,
d
if the Commissioner does expect to need access to individuals’ information, state—
i
why that is the Commissioner’s expectation, and
ii
why the Commissioner expects to need that information in a form that does, or does not (as the case may be), allow individuals to be identified.
2
Before finalising the terms of reference for a formal investigation, the Commissioner—
a
must consult the advisory group established in accordance with section 16,
b
may consult any other person that the Commissioner considers appropriate.