7(1)This paragraph applies where A is a firm or a proposed firm.
| Relevant matter | Description of disabled person |
|---|---|
| Deciding to whom to offer a position as a partner. | A person who is, or has notified A that the person may be, a candidate for the position. |
| A position as a partner. | A candidate for the position. |
| The partner who holds the position. |
(2)Where a firm or proposed firm (A) is required by this Schedule to take a step in relation to an interested disabled person (B)—
(a)the cost of taking the step is to be treated as an expense of A;
(b)the extent to which B should (if B is or becomes a partner) bear the cost is not to exceed such amount as is reasonable (having regard in particular to B’s entitlement to share in A’s profits).