This section applies where an application is made to the Tribunal under section 80 in relation to a person (“P”).

The Tribunal may, if it is satisfied of the matters mentioned in paragraphs (a) and (b) of section 80(1), make an order under this section.

An order under this section is an order appointing as P’s nominated person one person who is 16 or over and is specified in the order.

An appointment under this section revokes any previous appointment under this section or section 70 of a person as P’s nominated person.

A person who has been appointed under this section may resign as P’s nominated person by giving notice in writing to that effect to P.

This section is subject to section 77(2)(b) (effect of declaration by P).