❓ Question regarding the commencement date of the new Mental Health Act. The answer confirms the Act commenced as expected on 30 November 2015.
AnsweredQoN 3844Legislative Council
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I refer to the new Mental Health Act, which was expected to come into
force on 30 November 2015: (a) is this commencement date still on track; and (b) what requisite actions remain outstanding for completion before this date?
force on 30 November 2015: (a) is this commencement date still on track; and (b) what requisite actions remain outstanding for completion before this date?
AnswerView source ↗
Answered
28 April 2016
Responded by
Minister for Mental Health
Response time
64 days
(a) The Mental Health Act 2014 commenced on 30 November 2015.
(b) Not applicable
(b) Not applicable
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