These Regulations amend the definition of 'appropriate body' (i.e. a body which can approve certain research) in the Mental Capacity Act 2005 (Appropriate Body) (England) Regulations 2006 to clarify that, in the definition of an appropriate body, a committee recognised by the Secretary of State means a committee recognised by the Secretary of State in exercise of his powers in section 2 of the National Health Service Act 2006. See Explanatory Memorandum for background. In force 1/12/11.

External link

Mental Capacity Act 2005 (Appropriate Body) (England) Amendment Regulations 2011 on Legislation.gov.uk website. Explanatory memorandum is also available from this link