MENTAL HEALTH ACT 2013 (NO. 2 OF 2013) - SECT 169 Powers
MENTAL HEALTH ACT 2013 (NO. 2 OF 2013) - SECT 169
Powers
(1) The Tribunal has (a) power to do all things necessary or convenient to be done to perform its functions; and(b) such other powers as it is given by this or any other Act.(2) Without limiting subsection (1) , the Tribunal may (a) issue guidelines ( MHT guidelines ) on matters within its jurisdiction; and(b) require reports from any person on patients or matters within its jurisdiction; and(c) approve forms for use in connection with matters within its jurisdiction.(3) Subsections (1) , (2) , (5) , (6) , (7) and (8) of section 153 apply, with any necessary modification, to MHT guidelines.(4) A failure by an individual to comply with MHT guidelines is not an offence but does constitute proper grounds for instituting professional or, as the case may be, occupational disciplinary action.