Explanatory Memorandum

Mental Capacity Act (Northern Ireland) 2016

2016 CHAPTER 18

9 May 2016

Commentary on Sections

Part 6 – High Court Powers: Decisions and Deputies

Section 123– Duty to notify Attorney General

This section provides that a person who makes an application to the court under Part 6 must notify the Attorney General of the application. This notification must be in accordance with Rules of Court. The Attorney General may intervene in the proceedings in such a way as the Attorney considers appropriate.