Suspension of clearing permit by Board
91Q Suspension of clearing permit by Board
(1) The Board may, on its own initiative, suspend a clearing permit if the Board thinks the suspension is appropriate, having regard to:
(a) the conduct of the holder of the permit in relation to the operation of the permit, including the extent to which the holder has complied with the conditions of the permit; and
(b) any special circumstances giving rise to the need for the suspension; and
any other matter the Board considers relevant.
Example for subsection (1)(b)
Special circumstances may include an emergency.
(2) The suspension notice must be given in writing to the holder of the clearing permit and include the following details:
the reason for the suspension;
the period of the suspension.
(3) Before the end of the suspension period, the Board may, by written notice given to the holder of the clearing permit:
extend the suspension period; or
revoke the clearing permit under section 91R; or
reinstate the clearing permit.
(4) A clearing permit may be suspended more than once under this section.
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