23.4.—(1) An application made under rule 23.3 is to be determined by the Dean without a hearing unless the Dean directs otherwise.
(2) The Dean may—
(a)give directions for the purpose of determining the application on consideration of written representations, or
(b)if the Dean has directed that the application be dealt with at a hearing, give directions for the purposes of the hearing.
(3) The Dean’s determination of an application made under rule 23.3 must state the Dean’s reasons.