Oral hearing representation

An oral hearing is a formal proceeding before an ICB committee or NHS Resolution appeal panel at which all parties — the applicant, any objectors and the ICB — present their case. Evidence is submitted in advance and oral submissions are made on the day. The panel asks questions and considers all the evidence before reaching a decision. The quality of preparation and presentation can materially affect the outcome.

The applicant or appellant, their representative, any parties who made representations, and the ICB or NHS Resolution panel. In contested applications, neighbouring pharmacies that made representations will also be present and will have the opportunity to make submissions. TI Pharmacy Consultancy prepares your case in full and presents it at the hearing on your behalf.

In most cases the applicant or a representative of the applicant should attend. TI Pharmacy Consultancy attends as your representative and presents your case — you do not need to speak unless you choose to or are asked a direct question by the panel. We prepare you fully for what to expect before the hearing.

Yes. There is no requirement for legal representation at an oral hearing. TI Pharmacy Consultancy provides specialist representation at pharmacy application oral hearings — both at the ICB determination stage and before NHS Resolution on appeal — drawing on detailed knowledge of the regulations and the hearing process.

The panel typically deliberates after the hearing and issues its decision in writing, usually within a few weeks. TI Pharmacy Consultancy advises on the decision when received and explains the options available — including appeal if the decision is adverse.