Refusal to investigate

(1) The Ombudsman may, in his absolute discretion, determine whether to undertake or continue an investigation under this Act and in particular, but without prejudice to the generality of the foregoing, may refuse to undertake or continue any investigation if he is of the opinion that– (a) the subject-matter of the complaint is trivial; (b) the complaint is frivolous or vextious or not made in good faith; (c) the complainant has deferred for too long the making of his complaint to the Ombudsman (d) the complainant does not have a sufficient interest in the subject-matter of the complaint; or 15 (e) having regard to all the circumstances of the case, no investigation or further investigation is necessary. (2) Where the Ombudsman decides not to undertake or continue the investigation of a complaint, he shall inform the complainant of his decision and give reasons therefore.