We are subject to external checks and balances designed to ensure fairness in our decision making, observance of due process, and proper use of our regulatory powers. Other than scrutiny by the Process Review Panel and the Securities and Futures Appeals Tribunal, we are subject to judicial review by the courts and indirect oversight by the Office of the Ombudsman.

• Process Review Panel: An independent panel established by the CE in 2000, the panel has a membership of representatives from various community segments, the SFC chairman and a representative from the Secretary for Justice, both in an ex-officio capacity.
• Securities and Futures Appeals Tribunal: This is chaired by a High Court judge appointed by the CE and comprises two other members drawn from a panel appointed by the FS under delegated authority.