The Osteopaths Act 1993 (Commencement No. 1 and Transitional Provision) Order 1997
This Order brings into force on 14th January 1997 section 1(1) of the Osteopaths Act 1993 for the purpose of establishing the General Osteopathic Council (“the Council”). The duty of the Council, under section 1(2) of the Act, to develop, promote and regulate the profession of osteopathy, is brought into force for the purpose of enabling the Council to prepare for the exercise of its functions under the Act.