# Mental Health Act 2025, Paragraph 17

Extent: E+W+S+N.I.
Status: prospective

In section 118 (code of practice), in subsection (1)—
(a) omit the “and” at the end of paragraph (a);
(b) after paragraph (b) insert—
“(c) for the guidance of nominated persons in relation to their functions under this Act and for the guidance of health or care professionals within the meaning of paragraph 17 of Schedule A1 in respect of their functions under that Schedule;”.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2025/33/schedule/2/paragraph/17 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/mental-health-act-2025/schedule-2/paragraph-17
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