The Mental Capacity Act will provide a much clearer legal
framework for people who lack capacity and those caring for them by
setting out key principles, procedures and safeguards.
Guidance material is available on the
Directgov website.
Some of this guidance is aimed at those working on the front
line who may deal with mental capacity issues on a daily basis.
Other guidance booklets provide information for family and friends
wanting to find out more about the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
The Code of Practice for the Mental Capacity Act 2005 was
formally issued by the Lord Chancellor on 23 April 2007. You can
access the code below:
Code of Practice for the Mental Capacity Act
2005
Below are a series of 6 booklets aimed at a variety of
individuals covering Mental Capacity Act issues.
