(1) The deliberations of the Tribunal shall take place in private and remain confidential.

(2) The Tribunal may deliberate at any place and by any means it considers appropriate.

(3) The Tribunal may be assisted by the Secretary of the Tribunal at its deliberations. No other person shall assist the Tribunal at its deliberations, unless the Tribunal decides otherwise and notifies the parties.

(4) The Tribunal shall deliberate on any matter for decision immediately after the last submission on that matter.