Explanatory Notes

Human Fertilisation and Embryology Act 2008

2008 CHAPTER 22

13 November 2008

Commentary on Sections

Part 2:  Parenthood in Cases Involving Assisted Reproduction

Section 56: Amendments relating to parenthood in cases involving assisted reproduction
Amendments in Part 1 of Schedule 6
Mental Capacity Act 2005

222.Paragraph 40 amends section 27 of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 (family relationships) to provide that the provisions of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 do not enable a decision on the giving of consent under the Act to be made on behalf of another person.