Appeal ruling backs representation in deprivation of liberty cases – Law Society’s Gazette

Posted June 17th, 2015 in appeals, Court of Protection, disabled persons, mental health, news by sally

‘In an unusual judgment, the Court of Appeal has ruled that streamlined procedures introduced by the Court of Protection must not prevent people who lack capacity from participating in or having legal representation at hearings affecting their liberty.’

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Law Society’s Gazette, 16th June 2015

Source: www.lawgazette.co.uk