Mediation13

In section 29 of the 1974 Act (investigations: further provisions)17, after subsection (6) insert—

6A

A Local Commissioner may appoint and pay a mediator or other appropriate person to assist him in the conduct of an investigation under this Act.

6B

Any person or persons appointed under subsection (6A) above shall be deemed to be an officer or officers of the Commission for Local Administration in carrying out his or their functions under that appointment.