rtant to note that this regulation applies not only to the intermediary agency’s initial decision on whether to proceed, but also to the possibility of a later decision on the appropriateness of continuing. In some cases, there may be 191 strong reasons, either apparent immediately to the intermediary agency in its contact with the applicant, or expressed by the AAA when it gives its views, which argue against taking up the application. In the majority of cases, however, the information gathered and other factors affecting a decision will become apparent over time. The agency’s own procedures need to ensure that they allow the opportunity to reflect on the information as it becomes available, so that the agency can appropriately exercise its discretion as to whether to continue with the application. 10.25. In deciding whether to proceed or continue proceeding with an application, ISR 6.2.a requires the intermediary agency to have regard to the welfare of the applicant, the subject of the application, and any other person who may be identified or otherwise affected by the application. It must also have regard to all the other circumstances of the case. Each case will be different and some will involve additional factors or particularly complex issues. 10.26. Where the AAA is providing the intermediary service, it will first need to consider the information available to it on the case records it holds. If necessary, it may also seek additional information held by the Registrar General on the Adoption Contact Register to help inform the exercise of its discretion as to whether to proceed, or continue proceeding, with the application. For example, where the subject of an application has registered a wish for no contact with the applicant on the Adoption Contact Register, th