(1) The Tribunal is not bound by the rules of evidence but is bound by the rules of natural justice.
(2) The Tribunal must determine an appeal on the basis of the written material submitted by the parties unless satisfied that it is necessary to conduct a hearing in view of the nature and circumstances of the appeal.
(3) The practice and procedure of the Tribunal is:
(a) as prescribed by the rules and practice directions of the Tribunal; and
(b) subject to the rules and practice directions – as determined by the Tribunal.
(4) The Tribunal must keep a record of its proceedings.
(5) The Tribunal must publish written reasons for its decisions.