15.—(1) At the start of an inquiry, the inspector must—
(a)identify the main issues to be considered at the inquiry;
(b)identify any matters on which the inspector requires further explanation from any person appearing at the inquiry; and
(c)explain the procedure to be followed at the inquiry.
(2) Paragraph (1)(a) does not preclude other issues from being considered, or raised by persons appearing, at the inquiry.
(3) If a person giving evidence at the inquiry has provided a written statement of evidence in accordance with a direction under regulation 14(5), the inspector may direct that—
(a)the written statement is to be treated as the person’s evidence, or as part of the person’s evidence; and
(b)other parties at the inquiry may cross-examine the person on the written statement.