Part X Miscellaneous and Supplementary

Miscellaneous provisions

131AF1 Accommodation, etc. for children

1

This section applies in respect of any patient who has not attained the age of 18 years and who—

a

is liable to be detained in a hospital under this Act; or

b

is admitted to, or remains in, a hospital in pursuance of such arrangements as are mentioned in section 131(1) above.

2

The managers of the hospital shall ensure that the patient's environment in the hospital is suitable having regard to his age (subject to his needs).

3

For the purpose of deciding how to fulfil the duty under subsection (2) above, the managers shall consult a person who appears to them to have knowledge or experience of cases involving patients who have not attained the age of 18 years which makes him suitable to be consulted.

4

In this section, “ hospital ” includes a registered establishment.