Regulation 16

In considering his review of cases, the Director-General may forward the relevant records of the case to the Discharge Committee established under section 179(1) of the Act, and may obtain its advice as to whether any girl detained in a place of safety should be released on parole licence.

Where there is reason to believe that a girl can be placed out during the first 6 months of stay, the case shall be reported by the superintendent to the Director-General with a view to his consent being obtained.