The Law Commission of England & Wales published its 14th programme of law reform on 4 September – i.e. its… Read more
Tag: vulnerable adults
“Vulnerable adults” – a last push
With many thanks to all those who have been in touch, from many different settings and backgrounds, to offer support… Read more
‘Vulnerable adults’ – a follow-up
Proving less is not always more, some helpful feedback received via the great echo chamber of Twitter suggests that I… Read more
Vulnerable Adults Bill – help wanted
The problem There is a significant cohort of individuals who (1) do not lack capacity for purposes of the Mental… Read more
Mandatory report of abuse consultation – not just in relation to children
With thanks to Alison Brammer for pointing this out, the consultation currently open on the possible introduction of mandatory reporting of… Read more
Book Reviews: vulnerability in principle, law and practice
Adult Protection and the Law in Scotland (Nicola Smith and Nairn R Young, ed Hilary Patrick, Bloomsbury Professional, 2016, paperback/ebook:… Read more