31
In forceDecision on complaint without investigation
Part 6Administrative actions of public authorities
Division 2Decisions about referring and investigating complaints
31 Decision on complaint without investigation
(1) If, on completing preliminary inquiries, the Ombudsman decides an investigation of administrative action is authorised, the Ombudsman may make a decision on the complaint relating to the action without the need for an investigation.
(2) The
Ombudsman may make the decision on the complaint only if satisfied, having regard to the nature and seriousness of the complaint, it may be resolved expeditiously.
(3) The
Ombudsman must inform the parties to the complaint of the decision made on the complaint.
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