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6. What happens next

After the hearing, the panel will:

  • consider all verbal and written feedback in private
  • close the hearing.

You cannot present further information to the panel after the hearing has closed.

We will then:

  • advise the applicant and all submitters of the decision or recommendation of the hearing panel
  • publish the final plan, policy or decision on this website.

Visit Find a hearing for:

  • documents related to past hearings including final proposals and decisions
  • schedules of future hearings.