If you have to follow rules in this part of the law and don’t do what you’re supposed to without a good reason, you might get in trouble. The people in charge can give you a punishment, which is explained in Part 5 of the law. This doesn’t apply to MSD, which is a government department. It’s important to do what the law says you should do, or have a really good reason if you can’t.
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104: What this Part does, or
“This part explains the duties of MSD and people who get benefits”
106: MSD must make people affected aware of their obligations, consequences of non-compliance, and their review and appeal rights, or
“MSD must clearly explain your responsibilities and rights when you get social support”
