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NSW Voluntary Assisted Dying Private Entity Guidance

Content 1

​​​​Summary

This guidance supports executives, managers and staff at private entities who are responsible for ensuring systems and processes are in place to comply with obligations under the Voluntary Assisted Dying Act 2022 (the Act) to support a person's legal right to access voluntary assisted dying.​


Content 2
File Link: NSW Voluntary Assisted Dying Private Entity Guidance
File Size: 772 kb
Type: Guideline
Date of Publication: 26 October 2023
Author: Chief Health Officer's Strategic Programs
ISBN: 978-1-76023-645-8
SHPN: SHPN (OCHO) 230812
NSW Voluntary Assisted Dying Private Entity Guidance
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