14Functions of the Secretary

#### 14 Functions of the Secretary 14 Functions of the Secretary > > (1) The Secretary shall ensure that adequate arrangements exist— > > > > > (a) to maintain the physical, psychological and emotional well-being of detainees, > > > > > (b) to promote the social, cultural and educational development of detainees, > > > > > (c) to maintain discipline and good order among detainees, and > > > > > (d) to facilitate the proper control and management of detention centres. > > > (2) In exercising any function under this section in relation to a detainee who is a forensic patient within the meaning of the [Mental Health and Cognitive Impairment Forensic Provisions Act 2020](/view/html/inforce/current/act-2020-012), the Secretary must consult with, and have regard to the recommendations of, the Secretary of the Ministry of Health. > > **s 14:** Am 2006 No 41, Sch 1 \[6\]; 2013 No 1, Sch 1.4 \[2\]; 2015 No 58, Sch 3.17 \[3\]; 2020 No 12, Sch 3.4.