What controls are in place to ensure a step-in operator acts responsibly in running a licensee’s operations and does not irresponsibly use or dispose of its financial assets?

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Under Section 33(4)(e), the step-in order contains ancillary directions as to how the costs of, and revenue generated from, running the healthcare service are to be dealt with.

The responsibilities and liabilities of both the operator and designated licensee has also been spelt out clearly

What controls are in place to ensure a step-in operator acts responsibly in running a licensee’s operations and does not irresponsibly use or dispose of its financial assets?

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