Below you will find the answers for the scenario, Daniel appeals the decision.
Question 1: Can the appeal panel approve Daniel based on what he intends to do?
Answer: No. All legal requirements must be met at the time of the original decision. A booked exam is not the same as a completed exam with a passing grade. Decision-makers must consider the required legislative criteria and whether the facts meet the criteria.
Question 2: Did the Registration Committee act unfairly?
Answer: No. Fairness means applying the rules the same way to everyone. Daniel’s personal hardship is real, but the decision followed the correct process and applied the criteria in the legislation equally.
Question 3: Can the appeal panel override the rules to help Daniel?
Answer: No, unless the legislation or policy explicitly allows it. Panels must stay within their legal authority. Compassion doesn’t give power to skip required steps.