(1) This section applies if the draft report sets out:
(a) a preliminary finding that is critical (either expressly or impliedly) of a person; or
(b) a proposed recommendation to take an action in relation to a person; or
(c) a proposed sanction to be imposed on a person; or
(d) a proposed referral of a serious breach finding in relation to a person to the Privileges Committee of a House of the Parliament.
(2) The decision - maker must give the person:
(a) a statement setting out the preliminary finding or proposal; and
(b) a reasonable opportunity to respond to the preliminary finding or proposal.