Children
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43.—(1) The First-tier 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, wellbeing 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 legal member or the First-tier 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 First-tier Tribunal shall pay such reasonable fees, expenses or allowances as the Chamber President may determine to any person appointed under this rule.