Member

I now turn to new clause 20, which relates to the guidance about the operation of the Act, including with respect to devolution. Put simply, new clause 20 ensures that the right rules and responsibilities sit with the right people. First, it places the obligation to issue guidance with the Secretary of State. Secondly, it enables Welsh Ministers to issue guidance on devolved matters. The Secretary of State must consult the chief medical officers in order to have the benefit of their expertise, which is also really important. New clause 20 also adds a provision that ensures that the Secretary of State must consult people with learning disabilities and people with protected characteristics, which include disability, race, religion and belief.