7.—(1) The Commissioner may undertake, commission or provide financial or other assistance for research or educational activities concerning the interests of victims and survivors or the exercise of his functions.
(2) The Commissioner may, after consultation with such bodies or persons as he thinks fit, issue guidance on best practice in relation to any matter concerning the interests of victims and survivors.
(3) The Commissioner may—
(a)compile information concerning the interests of victims and survivors;
(b)provide advice or information on any matter concerning the interests of victims and survivors;
(c)publish any matter concerning the interests of victims and survivors, including—
(i)the outcome of any research or activities mentioned in paragraph (1);
(ii)any advice provided by the Commissioner.
(4) The Commissioner may make representations or recommendations to any body or person concerning the interests of victims and survivors.