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136 Explanation of counselling orders
If a relevant court proposes to make an order under section 129 or 130 and the respondent is before the court, it must explain to the respondent before making the order—
(a) the purpose, terms and effect of the proposed order; and
(b) the consequences that may follow if the respondent fails to comply with the terms of the proposed order; and
(c) the means by which the proposed order may be varied or revoked.