(1)  The Regulator is to conduct a declared electrical service pricing investigation in accordance with a notice of declared electrical service pricing investigation.

(2)  For the purposes of conducting a declared electrical service pricing investigation but subject to these regulations, the Regulator may do anything he or she considers necessary or convenient.

(3)  In conducting a declared electrical service pricing investigation, the Regulator is to –

(a) hold hearings; and

(b) receive submissions in the form specified in the notice of declared electrical service pricing investigation.

(4)  Subject to these regulations, the Regulator may conduct a declared electrical service pricing investigation in the manner he or she considers appropriate and, in particular, may –

(a) consult with any person; and

(b) hold seminars; and

(c) conduct workshops; and

(d) determine whether any person wishing to appear before the Regulator may be represented by another person.

(5)  In conducting a declared electrical service pricing investigation, the Regulator is not bound by rules of evidence but may inform himself or herself of any matter in any manner he or she considers appropriate.