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A member of the Social Benefits Tribunal will introduce those attending the hearing.  You will be asked to swear or affirm that you will tell the truth.  You will present your case first.  A representative from the office that made the original decision may ask you questions if they are at the hearing.  The Tribunal member may ask you questions. A representative from the office that made the original decision will present their case second.  You will have the opportunity to ask the representative questions. You may make a final statement and the representative from the office that made the original decision will make a final statement. The Tribunal member will not give their decision at the hearing.