For those wanting to get themselves up to speed in new posts, a few resources: On deprivation of liberty – the state of play after … Read More ›
Tag: legislative developments
In a fascinating development, James Evans MS, who won the relevant ballot, is to seek to put before the Senedd in Wales the equivalent of … Read More ›
The Law Commission has today (5 October 2023) published Making a Will: A Supplementary Consultation Paper, together with the accompanying explanation: Following on from our … Read More ›
Royal Assent was granted on 18 September 2023 to the Powers of Attorney Bill – now the Powers of Attorney Act 2023. When it comes … Read More ›
The Ministry of Justice consulted in 2021-22 on a potential mechanism to enable families seeking access to small funds belonging to loved ones who lack … Read More ›
After a very protracted journey, including amendments introduced even before it had been implemented, it was announced today (24 February) that Ireland’s Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) … Read More ›
The Law Society of Scotland has published on 19 May 2022 a detailed report considering and addressing current deficiencies in Scots law in relation to advance … Read More ›
The Ministry of Justice’s consultation paper on ‘Modernising Lasting Powers of Attorney’ (in England & Wales) was published on 20 July 2021. It invited comments … Read More ›
The Ministry of Justice are consulting on a potential mechanism to enable families seeking access to small funds belonging to loved ones who lack mental … Read More ›
I set out here the text of a joint statement by the UN Special Rapporteur on the rights of persons with disabilities, Gerard Quinn, and … Read More ›