8(1)The court may also exercise its functions under this Act (in so far as it cannot otherwise do so) in relation to an adult if sub-paragraph (2) or (3) applies in relation to him.
(2)This sub-paragraph applies in relation to an adult if—
(a)he is a British citizen,
(b)he has a closer connection with England and Wales than with Scotland or Northern Ireland, and
(c)Article 7 has, in relation to the matter concerned, been complied with.
(3)This sub-paragraph applies in relation to an adult if the Lord Chancellor, having consulted such persons as he considers appropriate, agrees to a request under Article 8 in relation to the adult.