hospitals – Mental Capacity Law and Policy

Deprivation of liberty in the hospital setting: updated guide

The 39 Essex Chambers guide to deprivation of liberty in the hospital setting has now been updated, in particular to take account of the decision … Read More ›

The Court of Protection and obstetric decisions – two contrasting stories
March 8, 2021
In two decisions which came out simultaneously, the Court of Protection had to consider how to approach obstetric decisions, in …Read More »
Updated lockdown and face covering regulations in England
March 7, 2021
The lockdown regulations for England have been amended as part of the first steps towards unlocking, allowing, in particular, for …Read More »
Visiting guidance – English care homes from 8 March
March 4, 2021
The DHSC has now published both guidance for care homes and for visitors, to take effect on 8 March 2021 …Read More »
Book Review: Clustered Injustice and the level green (Luke Clements, LAG, 2020)
February 28, 2021
Clustered Injustice and the level green (Luke Clements, Legal Action Group, 2020, ebook/paperback, £20) In some ways, it is ironic …Read More »
Power of Attorney: All you need to know: Book Review: granting, it, using it or relying on it (Sandra McDonald, Souvenir Press, 2021)
February 28, 2021
Power of Attorney: All you need to know: granting, it, using it or relying on it (Sandra McDonald, Souvenir Press, …Read More »

Medical leave guidance. Mental Health Casework Section, 'Guidance: Medical Leave for Restricted Patients' (February 2021)
— "This document sets out the arrangements that apply for restricted patients detained in psychiatric hospitals who are required to attend general hospitals, dentists, opticians or other designated medical facilities for appointments or procedures for their physical health." Alternative title: "Medical Leave Guidance" (Gov.uk web page).
Leave guidance. Mental Health Casework Section, 'Section 17 - leave of absence' (December 2020)
— "This document sets out information for medical professional considering applications for community leave under section 17 of the Mental Health Act 1983 (MHA). This guide provides valuable information to help ensure the safe management of restricted patients whilst detained in hospital and help prepare them for subsequent life in the community when discharged." Alternative […]
MAPPA guidance. Mental Health Casework Section, 'Multi-Agency Public Protection Arrangements (MAPPA) and the Restricted Patient System' (February 2021)
— "This document has been created to provide information for MHCS staff and those working directly with restricted patients to outline the requirements and expectations with regard to MAPPA arrangements in conjunction with the MHCS's responsibility to discharge of the Secretary of State's functions under the Mental Health Act 1983."
Event. MHLO: Annual Review 2020 meeting (online, 26/3/21)
—Roger Pezzani (Garden Court Chambers) and Alex Ruck Keene (39 Essex Chambers) will discuss recent events, including: (1) How has the MHA held up under pandemic pressure? (2) Why is the MHA/MCA interface so difficult? (3) Where is the law going? Cost: free. Time: 10am to 1pm. To register, please subscribe to the "MHLO Annual […]
Annual Review. Jonathan Wilson, Mental Health Law Online: Annual Review 2020 (published 2021)
— The Annual Review 2020 contains all news items, arranged thematically, which were added to the website during 2020. It also contains a mental health law update article from Legal Action magazine. Price: paperback £5.99, Kindle £2.99.

Rebelo, R. v[2021] EWCA Crim 306 (08 March 2021)0
From England and Wales Court of Appeal (Criminal Division) Decisions
JMK, Re [2018] EWCOP 5 (13 March 2018)0
From England and Wales Court of Protection Decisions
RH v Secretary of State for Work and Pensions (DLA) (Claims and payments - appointment to act) [2018] UKUT 48 (AAC) (12 February 2018)0
From Upper Tribunal (Administrative Appeals Chamber)
PA096022016 [2018] UKAITUR PA096022016 (13 February 2018)0
From United Kingdom Immigration and Asylum (AIT/IAC) Unreported Judgments
P.L. -v- The Clinical Director of St. Patrick's University Hospital & Ors [2018] IECA 29 (14 February 2018)0
From Irish Court of Appeal
Miller v Director of Public Prosecutions [2018] EWHC 262 (Admin) (15 February 2018)0
From England and Wales High Court (Administrative Court) Decisions
AA043492015 & AA39662015 [2018] UKAITUR AA043492015 (16 February 2018)0
From United Kingdom Immigration and Asylum (AIT/IAC) Unreported Judgments
IA049372015 & IA326222014 [2018] UKAITUR IA049372015 (21 February 2018)0
From United Kingdom Immigration and Asylum (AIT/IAC) Unreported Judgments
HU007512016 [2018] UKAITUR HU007512016 (23 February 2018)0
From United Kingdom Immigration and Asylum (AIT/IAC) Unreported Judgments
IA197922015 [2018] UKAITUR IA197922015 (1 March 2018)0
From United Kingdom Immigration and Asylum (AIT/IAC) Unreported Judgments

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