“ The request for production of the witnesses, made only at the hearing by petitioner's counsel, was neither timely nor in conformity with the applicable regulations, which contemplate that the party desiring the presence of witnesses, either for direct examination or cross-examination, shall assume the initial burden of producing them. ”

“ Notes
↑ 58 Stat. 390, as amended, 5 U.S.C. § 863, 5 U.S.C.A. § 863.↑ 5 CFR, Part 22.↑ 5 CFR § 22.607, titled 'Appearance of witnesses,' provides:↑ 5 CFR § 22.603 provides: 'Opportunity will be afforded for the introduction of evidence (including testimony and statements by the employee and his designated representative and witnesses and by representatives of the agency and its witnesses) and for the cross-examination of witnesses.'
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