159QMaking of public statement

159Q Making of public statement (1) A regulatory body may make a public statement about a person if— (a) the person— (i) has, in the regulatory body’s reasonable belief, contravened a relevant provision; or (ii) is the subject of an assessment, investigation or other proceedings under this Part; and (b) the regulatory body reasonably believes that— (i) because of the person’s conduct, performance or health, the person poses a serious risk to persons; and (ii) it is necessary to issue a public statement to protect public health or safety. (2) A public statement made by a regulatory body may be made in a way the body considers appropriate.

(3) The regulatory body may identify and give warnings or information about either or both of the following if the body considers it appropriate in the circumstances— (a) a person; (b) health services provided by a person. (4) No liability is incurred by the regulatory body for the making of, or for anything done for the purpose of making, a public statement under this section in good faith.