Registered Homes Act 1984

53Proceedings

(1)Proceedings in respect of an offence under section 23(1) or (6) above relating to a nursing home shall not, without the written consent of the Attorney General, be taken by any person other than a party aggrieved or the Secretary of State.

(2)A local social services authority may institute proceedings for any offence under section 35(5) or (6) above.