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Inquiries.
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55.—(1) The Commission may, and shall if so requested by the Minister, cause the Inspector or such other person as may be specified by the Commission, to inquire into—
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(a) the carrying on of any approved centre or other premises in the State where mental health services are provided,
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(b) the care and treatment provided to a specified patient or a specified voluntary patient by the Commission,
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(c) any other matter in respect of which an inquiry is appropriate having regard to the provisions of this Act or any regulations or rules made thereunder or any other enactment.
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(2) Where a person carries out an inquiry under this section, he or she shall, as soon as may be, prepare a report in writing of the results of the inquiry and shall submit the report to the Commission.
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(3) A report under subsection (2) shall be absolutely privileged wherever and however published.
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