References by the Lord Chancellor

1 If the Lord Chancellor refers to the Ombudsman any matter relating to the procedures of the Commission or a committee of the Commission, the Ombudsman must investigate it. 2 The matter may relate to such procedures generally or in a particular case. 3 The Ombudsman must report to the Lord Chancellor on any investigation under this section. 4 The report must state— a what findings the Ombudsman has made; b what if any action he recommends should be taken by any person in relation to the matter. 5 The report must be signed by the Ombudsman.