Cap. 276 Art. 26NConsultation with theICCconcerning bail.

(1) Where an application for bail is made in proceedings under this Part -

(a) the court shall notify the Minister of the application,

(b) the Minister shall consult with the ICC, and

(c) bail shall not be granted without full consideration of any recommendations made by the ICC.

(2) In considering any application for bail under this article the court shall consider -

(a) whether, given the gravity of the offence or offences which the person is alleged to have committed or, as the case may be, of which he has been convicted by the ICC, there are urgent and exceptional circumstances justifying release on bail, and

(b) whether any necessary measures have been or will be taken to secure that the person will surrender to custody in accordance with the terms of his bail.