(1)Regulations may provide for specified functions of Monitor also to be exercisable in relation to adult social care services.
(2)Any regulations under this section must apply in relation to England only.
(3)The regulations may amend this Part.
(4)“Adult social care”—
(a)includes all forms of personal care and other practical assistance provided for individuals who, by reason of age, illness, disability, pregnancy, childbirth, dependence on alcohol or drugs, or any other similar circumstances, are in need of such care or other assistance, but
(b)does not include anything provided by an establishment or agency for which Her Majesty's Chief Inspector of Education, Children's Services and Skills is the registration authority under section 5 of the Care Standards Act 2000.
Commencement Information
I1S. 65 partly in force; s. 65 in force for specified purposes at Royal Assent, see s. 306(1)(d)