2A

Paragraph (2B) applies if

a

the application for a variation is made by the person with care, and

b

it appears to the Department that consideration of further information or evidence may affect its decision under paragraph (1)(a) whether or not to agree to a variation.

2B

Before making the decision under paragraph (1)(a) the Department must—

a

consider any such information or evidence that is available to it, and

b

where necessary, take such steps as the Department considers appropriate to obtain any such further information or evidence.