Merits review

Merits review is a process where an independent authority examines a decision made by a government agency or tribunal to determine if it was fair, reasonable, and based on correct facts and laws. Instead of just checking for procedural errors, the review considers the substance of the decision—whether the outcome was appropriate given the evidence and circumstances. This helps ensure decisions are fair and justified, providing individuals or entities with an opportunity to have their case reconsidered if they believe the original decision was flawed or unjust.