Commentary on Sections Section 17: Generalisation of section 56 of the 1995 Act in relation to Part 3 claims
179.Section 17 replaces existing section 56 of the DDA. That section currently sets out a framework for a questions and reply procedure which may be used by complainants, prospective or otherwise, in deciding whether to bring a claim or in bringing claims under Part 2 of the DDA. The new section extends that framework so that it will also apply to claims brought or to be brought under Part 3 of the DDA as amended. The current prescribed forms (both the questionnaire and reply) are set out in S.I. 2004/1168.