Terrorism (Community Protection) Act 2003

Unless the Supreme Court orders otherwise, the relevant part of—

the hearing a substantive application; or

an SEO review hearing—

The Supreme Court may make an order under subsection (1) if it considers it appropriate to do so.

If the relevant part is heard in closed court, the only persons who may be present at the hearing are—

the authorised police officer who made the protection application; and

any lawyers representing that authorised police officer; and

a special counsel appointed under section 32; and

any witnesses who may be called to give evidence; and

the presiding judge or magistrate and any court staff necessary for the hearing; and

the Public Interest Monitor.

If a relevant court makes an order under subsection (1) in relation to a substantive application made by an authorised police officer, the authorised police officer who made that application may withdraw the application.