This means that the body must be accessible in terms of cost to the parties. But, just as importantly, accessibility also encompasses procedure, architecture, lack of delays, proper communication and atmosphere. The Commission, therefore, recommends that the Tribunal be able to sit anywhere. 5.5 Flexibility in procedure. The members of the proposed body should have expertise in at least two areas.
Legal expertise is needed because of the importance attached to due process.
Expertise in working with the disabled is also required. This combination of skills would mean that hearings would generally be conducted by a panel, probably of three members. The Commission recommends that a person should not be appointed to the Tribunal unless by reason of training, experience and personality, he or she is a suitable person to deal with matters of guardianship and management of property. The existing courts 5.7 The Supreme Court. The Court does provide due process and could also adopt flexible procedures.