OMBUDSMAN ACT 2001 - SECT 90
Right to interpreter or other help
OMBUDSMAN ACT 2001 - SECT 90
Right to interpreter or other help
90 Right to interpreter or other help
(1) This section applies if the ombudsman considers a person (the
"relevant person" ) dealing with the ombudsman under this Act before or in an
investigation is unable, because of inadequate knowledge of the English
language or, for another reason, to understand English or speak English with
reasonable fluency.
(2) The ombudsman must take all reasonable steps to
ensure an interpreter or other suitable person is available to help the
relevant person and the ombudsman communicate effectively.