Indeed. It is the evaluation done by an official from the Board that determines if the case could be resolved through alternative dispute resolution measures. In such situations, the different parties are called in and it is the official who presides, and not a member of the division. The parties exchange information and the appellant decides if he or she wishes to withdraw the appeal, when it is weak, or else, as Ms. Ross stated, the minister may consent to the appeal.
On March 3rd, 2011. See this statement in context.