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Investigation Report 200502045

  • Report no:
    200502045
  • Date:
    October 2006
  • Body:
    Scottish Executive Inquiry Reporters Unit
  • Sector:
    Scottish Government and Devolved Administration

Overview

The complaint concerned the way in which a planning application was handled.  In particular, there was an allegation that the Inquiry Reporter misdirected himself.

Specific complaint and conclusion

The complaint which has been investigated is that the Inquiry Reporter misdirected himself and refused the appeal on grounds that did not pertain to the application made (not upheld).

Redress and Recommendations

The Ombudsman has no recommendations to make.

Updated: December 11, 2018