Can the Commission comment on cases once they are referred to the Tribunal?
The Commission will not comment on cases referred to the Tribunal for a variety of reasons. For instance, the Commission is a neutral body acting in the public interest and does not wish to predetermine the findings of the Tribunal. It also wishes to protect the reputations of those involved in the process. The information on cases becomes public at hearings and the Commission may at that time make comments on the case, either as a participant in the case for the public interest or as an observer. The Commission may also comment on a case when the decision of the Tribunal is released. The Tribunal, which is independent of the Commission, does publicize hearing dates and decisions on its website.
Can the Commission comment on cases once they are referred to the Tribunal?