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Are there any differences in how privilege operates in civil, criminal, regulatory or investigatory situations?

No, the right to legal privilege is expressed in similar terms in civil, criminal and administrative legislation.

Can notes of interviews with employees and other documents produced during investigations be covered by privilege?

Yes, as long as these notes are part of a lawyer's instruction to provide legal advice and have been drafted by or shared with a lawyer who can rely on the right of legal professional privilege.