33.—(1) A Tribunal may permit a child under the age of 12 to give evidence only where it considers–
(a)that the evidence of the child is necessary to enable a fair and just hearing of the reference; and
(b)that the welfare and interests of the child will not be prejudiced by so doing.
(2) If it allows such a child to give evidence in person, a convener or the Tribunal may appoint for the purpose of the hearing a person with appropriate skills or experience in facilitating the giving of evidence by children.
(3) The Secretary shall pay such reasonable fees, expenses or allowances as the President may determine to any person appointed under this rule.