75.Sections 22(3)-(7) of the Act make other miscellaneous amendments to the 2009 Measure.
76.Section 11 is amended to make provision to enable the Commissioner to take evidence from a witness via live video or audio link and to require evidence to be given in writing verified by a statement of truth. Section 22(7) inserts a definition of those terms into section 20 (interpretation) of the 2009 Measure.
77.Section 12 is amended to provide the Commissioner with power to issue witness notices by electronic means and to receive information and documentation by electronic means for the purposes of conducting an investigation. It also creates a power to issue a notice in relation to the new power in section 11 to require evidence in writing. Section 22(6) amends section 15 of the 2009 Measure to provide corresponding enforcement provisions.
78.Section 13 is amended to allow the Commissioner to administer an oath to a translator or interpreter and to require a translator or interpreter to take the oath when the Commissioner uses their services when taking evidence from a witness.
Commentary on Sections Section 30A – Standards of Conduct Committee Other miscellaneous amendments to the Measure