R6-4

Appeal procedure in serious, contested cases 1. An accused MP who receives an adverse ruling from the first instance tribunal should have a right of appeal and should be entitled to financial assistance to pursue that appeal. 2. The appeal should be heard by an ad hoc appellate tribunal, possibly a retired senior appellate judge sitting alone. 3. If the appeal is dismissed, the Committee should report the result of the appeal to the House of Commons along with any recommendation as to penalty.