PART 2Further functions of the OGA relating to offshore petroleum
CHAPTER 3Information and samples
Appeals
36Appeals against decisions of the OGA: information and samples plans
1
This section applies to any decision of the OGA to which effect is given by one of the actions set out in an entry in column 1 of the table below.
2
A person affected by any such decision may appeal against it to the Tribunal—
a
on the grounds that the decision was not within the powers of the OGA, or
b
on the grounds set out in the corresponding entry in column 2 of the table.
(1) Action by the OGA | (2) Grounds for appeal |
|---|---|
The preparation of an information and samples plan. | The plan is unreasonable. |
The giving of a notice requiring the provision of information or samples under section 34(1). | The length of time given to comply with the notice is unreasonable. |
3
On an appeal under this section the Tribunal may—
a
affirm, vary or quash the decision under appeal,
b
remit the decision under appeal to the OGA for reconsideration with such directions (if any) as the Tribunal considers appropriate, or
c
substitute its own decision for the decision under appeal.