Australian Capital Territory Numbered Acts

GUARDIANSHIP AND MANAGEMENT OF PROPERTY AMENDMENT ACT 2023 (NO. 2 OF 2023) - SECT 7

New section 8 (1A)

insert

    (1A)     In considering subsection (1) (c), the ACAT must consider—

        (a)     if support necessary for the protected person to make, participate in and communicate their own decisions were to be provided or facilitated—if it is reasonably likely the person's—

              (i)     needs would be met; and

              (ii)     interests would be adequately protected; and

        (b)     if it is reasonably likely that the necessary support can be provided or facilitated.