(1)If the Ombudsman considers it appropriate, the Ombudsman must—
(a)inform the Auditor General for Wales about the Ombudsman's proposals for conducting an investigation, and
(b)consult the Auditor General for Wales with regard to the most effective way of conducting an investigation.
(2)If the Ombudsman consults the Auditor General for Wales under this section, the Ombudsman and the Auditor General for Wales may—
(a)co-operate with each other in relation to the matter to which the investigation relates,
(b)conduct a joint investigation into the matter, and
(c)prepare and publish a joint report in relation to the investigation.
Commencement Information
I1S. 68 in force at 23.7.2019 by S.I. 2019/1096, reg. 2