The Disciplinary Tribunal can stop a proceeding if it thinks there is no good reason for it. You might see this happen if the proceeding is likely to cause problems or delays. The Tribunal can also stop it if they think it is not a serious case. If you are involved in a proceeding and do not show up to the hearing, the Disciplinary Tribunal can make a decision without you. They can also choose to delay the hearing. The Tribunal has the power to make these decisions if they think it is necessary. The Disciplinary Tribunal's powers are outlined in the Tribunals Powers and Procedures Legislation Act 2018, which changed the Lawyers and Conveyancers Act 2006. You can be affected by the Tribunal's decisions if you are involved in a proceeding. The Tribunal's role is to make fair decisions about proceedings.