[Rule 28 re-numbered by section 16 of Notice No. 1047, GG43758, dated 2 October 2020]
| (1) |
The Public Protector shall give the parties involved in the investigation and other person whose attendance before the Public Protector is required, notice of the intended proceedings by means of – |
| (b) |
a notification on a form which substantially corresponds with the form provided for in Annexure E to these Rules. |
[Rule 28(1) substituted by section 18 of Notice No. 1047, GG43758, dated 2 October 2020]
| (2) |
The notice referred to in sub-rule (1) shall be issued at least 7 days before the date of such proceedings, unless the parties and persons concerned agree to a shorter period. |
[Rule 28(2) substituted by section 19 of Notice No. 1047, GG43758, dated 2 October 2020]
| (3) |
The notice referred to in sub-rule (1) shall contain the following information: |
| (a) |
The place where the proceedings will be held; |
| (b) |
the date and time of the proceedings; |
| (c) |
the aspects in respect of which evidence will be required; |
| (d) |
the names of the other persons who will attend the proceedings and who will give evidence; |
| (e) |
an invitation to the parties to the dispute to bring any person who has personal knowledge about the issues in respect of which evidence is to be given at the proceedings; |
| (f) |
an indication whether or not a person who will attend the proceedings shall bring any document to such proceedings; and |
| (g) |
any other information which the Public Protector deems fit. |
| (4) |
The notice referred to in sub-rule (1) may be submitted to the person concerned in any manner— |
| (a) |
having regard to the date of the proceedings; and |
| (b) |
ensuring that the person receives the notice or information. |
| (5) |
The Public Protector shall keep proof of receipt of the notice referred to in sub-rule (1). |
Protection of Businesses Act, 1978
