34.—(1) The constable must, not later than 20 working days from receipt, respond in writing to a notice under regulation 33(1) indicating either—
(a)that the constable accepts the first line manager’s opinion under regulation 31(4); or
(b)that the constable does not accept that opinion.
(2) A constable who accepts the first line manager’s opinion may make a written submission to the deputy chief constable.
(3) A constable who does not accept that opinion must provide a written submission explaining the reasons for not accepting that opinion.
(4) A submission under this regulation must be accompanied by any document on which the constable intends to rely at the performance hearing.