26—Substitute decision-maker may obtain advice
(1) Despite any other
Act or law, a substitute decision-maker may obtain such advice (whether of a
professional or technical nature or otherwise) as the
substitute decision-maker reasonably requires in relation to the exercise of
their powers, or discharge of their responsibilities, under an advance care
directive.
(2) However, a
substitute decision-maker must have regard to, and seek to protect, the
privacy of the person who gave the advance care directive when obtaining such
advice.