294.Section 146 empowers the Electoral Commission to require registered political parties, recognised third parties, permitted participants in a referendum campaign, regulated donees and candidates at an election to provide information to the Commission relating to their financial affairs. A person authorised by the Commission may also enter the premises of a registered party, recognised third party or permitted participant to inspect their financial records.
Commentary on Sections Part X : Miscellaneous and general Section 146 : Supervisory powers of Commission