Mental Capacity Act 2005: Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards
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Minutes:
The Director of Health and Wellbeing submitted a briefing paper, previously presented to the Safeguarding Adults Board, relating to a Court of Protection case that had implications for Supervisory Bodies (local authorities and PCTs) and other agencies with a statutory duty placed upon them by the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Supplementary Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards.
The report outlined the concerns and a number of issues that had arisen for local authorities. The Director of Health and Wellbeing provided an update on the actions taken in Rotherham.
Resolved:- That it be noted that the Directorate had reviewed its processes and policies as a result of this case and that some changes had been made to ensure that service users were safeguarded.
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