In order for the matter to reach an Appeal Body, a notice of appeal must be served on the Registrar of Appeals within 21 days of the date of service of the decision of the Director. The procedure before an Appeal Body is more like a hearing with each party having the opportunity to present their case. The hearing is not as formal as a court hearing and the Appeal Body is not bound by the rules of evidence, but must follow the rules of natural justice in giving each party a fair hearing. The Appeal Body has the same power as a civil court to call witnesses to court and compel witnesses to give evidence under oath, in person, or to produce a relevant record or thing. The Appeal Body can choose to carry out the procedure by video conferencing or electronic conferencing. An Appeal Body  will make a decision, which has to be in writing and made available to each party. There is no appeal from an Appeal Body's decision, although it is possible to seek judicial review of the decision in the courts if the requirements for judicial review are present. The law in the area of judicial review is complex and you should seek the opinion of a lawyer if you are considering this option. Last Reviewed: August 2019