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Functions of Commission
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100. (1) The Commission shall, in addition to the other functions conferred on it by this Act, the Act of 2015 or any other enactment—
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(a) regulate mental health services,
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(b) promote the improvement of mental health services by setting standards for best practice in those services and encouraging adherence to those standards,
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(c) promote public awareness of the regulation of mental health services and other matters provided for under this Act, and
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(d) take all reasonable steps to protect the rights and interests of persons detained in registered acute mental health centres.
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(2) The Commission shall perform its functions through or by the Chief Executive Officer or any member of the staff of the Commission duly authorised in that behalf by the Chief Executive Officer.
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(3) The Commission shall have all such powers as are necessary or expedient for the performance of its functions and shall ensure that its functions are performed effectively and efficiently.
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