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  "number": "27",
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  "text": "Nothing in this Act shall affect the operation of section 116 of the Mental Health Act 1959 in relation to orders made, directions or authorities given or other instruments issued before the commencement of this Act.",
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  "status": null,
  "version": "current",
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