435.The efficient settlement of claims will sometimes require the scheme to obtain information from a variety of sources.  This section provides the scheme manager with powers to require the provision of specified information that it considers necessary in order to be able to assess claims.  Information may be required from the authorised person, or from a person who was knowingly involved in the events giving rise to the claim.
Commentary on Sections Part Xv: the Financial Services Compensation Scheme Section 219: Scheme manager’s power to require information