12A.2.1 The Depository may appoint any person or persons to conduct inspections of Depository Agents (the “Depository Inspector”).

12A.2.2 The Depository may conduct an inspection on a Depository Agent at any time.

12A.2.3 The Depository Agent, or any of its directors, officers, employees or agents shall give the Depository Inspector access to or a copy of all information, books and records as requested. For the avoidance of doubt, reference to “information, books and records” in relation to a Depository Agent shall refer to information, books and records falling within its business governed by the CDP Rules.

12A.2.4 The Depository shall give a copy of the inspection report to the Depository Agent concerned.

12A.2.5 The Depository may charge a fee for the inspection. The fee is payable immediately by the Depository Agent concerned.