69. Right of hearing before Interim Orders Committee

An interim order under section 66(2) must not be made by an Interim Orders Committee against any registered veterinarian unless he or she has been given an opportunity to be heard either personally or by counsel as to whether such an order should be made in his or her case.

An Interim Orders Committee must also, before making any further order under section 68, give the registered veterinarian concerned an opportunity to make representations.

The representations mentioned in subsection (2) may be made in writing or, if the Interim Orders Committee allows, in person.