Section 63(5)

After sub-paragraph (2) insert— The reference in sub-paragraph (1) to persons of a specified description is a reference to such descriptions of persons as may be specified in regulations made by the Treasury. The power conferred by sub-paragraph (3) to specify descriptions of persons may not be exercised so as to provide for eligible complainants to fall within a specified description of persons. The reference in sub-paragraph (4) to “eligible complainants” is a reference to complainants who are eligible in relation to the compulsory or voluntary jurisdiction of the ombudsman scheme (see section 226(6) and 227(7)). Before making regulations under sub-paragraph (3) the Treasury must consult the scheme operator.

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Source: legislation.gov.uk · retrieved 2026-09-04