(1) To enable the Commission to perform the functions set out in section 10(3)(j), the Commission may -

(a) undertake studies, analyses and surveys with respect to the provision of financial services to consumers,

(b) collect and compile information for that purpose, and

(c) publish the results of any such studies, analyses or surveys.

(2) In undertaking a study, analysis or survey under subsection (1), the Commission -

(a) may, by notice in writing, require any person who, in the opinion of the Commission has information, or has control of a record or other thing, that is relevant to the study, analysis or survey to provide the information, record or thing to the Commission, and

(b) may, by the same or another notice in writing, require the person to attend before a member or member of the staff of the Commission for that purpose.

(3) A person who -

(a) intentionally prevents the Commission from exercising a function conferred by subsection (1),