Registration appeals FAQs

01) If my application for registration is not granted do I have a right of appeal?

If your application for registration is not granted you may apply to the Council at CORU for a cancellation of the decision.

02) When do I need to appeal?

The appeal application to the Council must be made within 30 days after you receive notification that your application for registration has been refused.

03) How can I get an appeal form?

The registration board will provide you with an appeal form and the appeal procedure guidelines with the notification of refusal to register.

04) What happens once I appeal to the Council?

The Council may either decide (1) to confirm the registration board’s decision or if not satisfied (2) cancel that decision and do one of the following:

(a)  Direct the registration board to grant registration; or

(b)  Direct the registration board to make a new decision; or

(c)  Give other directions to the registration board.

05) When will I be notified of the outcome of my appeal?

You will be kept fully informed of progress in relation to your appeal.  You will be notified of the outcome of your appeal as soon as practicable after Council makes a decision on your appeal.

06) Do I have any further appeal if the Council confirm the registration board’s decision to refuse my application for registration?

You can appeal to the High Court against a decision made by the Council confirming a decision of a registration board refusing to grant you registration.