Commentary on Sections Part 6 – General Section 53 - Sending documents
177.This section makes provision in relation to the giving or sending of a notice, direction or document, and explains how a person may do so in accordance with a duty under this Act. Permitted means of communication include a person handing the document over, leaving it at the person’s usual place of residence, and sending it by post or email. A person may use more than one method of communication if they wish. If a person gives or sends a notice, direction or document via email, section 53(2) sets conditions for doing so.