Thank you, Chair.
The witnesses could perhaps comment, but the way I read this is that it is currently a choice. If the victim does not...for whatever reason—perhaps they feel intimidated—they can use an alternate means. Please correct me if I'm wrong, but I believe the amendment would be somewhat superfluous. It's not needed because the section already addresses the victims' choice in the manner of participation at the hearing. To my understanding, there is no prohibition for witnesses. In other words, the board doesn't prohibit witnesses from partaking in the hearing.
Am I correct?