Minor drafting error in MCA 2005 corrected
From Mental Health Law Online
In MCA 2005 s20(11)(a) the word “or” is replaced with “and”.
Extract from Explanatory Notes
Section 51: Amendment to section 20(11) of Mental Capacity Act 2005
243. Section 51 amends section 20(11)(a) of the MCA. It replaces the word "or" with "and". The amendment corrects a drafting error.
Commencement
| Date in force | Commencement order | MHA 2007 section | MHA 1983 sections affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/10/07 | Mental Health Act 2007 (Commencement No. 2) Order 2007 | 51 | MCA 2005 s20 (MHA unaffected) |
Resources
Mental Health Act 2007 Explanatory Notes - page 42