Consideration of appeal

(1) The Council shall consider and determine every appeal on the basis of written submissions made by both parties but may call for additional information or evidence if it deems necessary. (2) It shall not be incumbent on the Council to grant the appellant or the other party an oral hearing. (3) Any matters of law or procedure arising during the hearing of an appeal shall be determined by the Chairman who may consult any legally qualified member of the Council in that behalf. (4) The Council may from time to time adjourn the hearing of an appeal without unduly delaying the final determination of the appeal. 8 Belize Constitution