Statutory Services
/ˈstætʃəˌtɔri ˈsɜːrvɪsɪz/
Definitions
- (n.) Public services established and mandated by statute, often funded or regulated by government law.
Statutory services include child protection and social welfare programs required by law.
Forms
- statutory services
- statutory service
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Commentary
Statutory services are distinguished by their legal basis in statute, differentiating them from voluntary or contractual services; clarity in drafting requires specifying the enabling statute and scope of mandated services.
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