# The Insolvency Rules (Northern Ireland) 1991, Rule 7.38: Introductory


(1) This Chapter applies where in insolvency proceedings it appears to the court that a person affected by the proceedings is one who is incapable of managing and administering his property and affairs either—
(a) by reason of mental disorder within the meaning of the Mental Health (Northern Ireland) Order 1986, or
(b) due to physical affliction or disability.
(2) The person concerned is referred to as “the incapacitated person”.
[E.R.7.43]

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/nisr/1991/364/rule/7.38 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/insolvency-rules-northern-ireland-1991/rule-7.38
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