
Revisiting Cheshire West
Later this month the Supreme Court will examine issues raised in its landmark Cheshire West ruling on deprivations of liberty. Lucy Series sets out what is at stake.
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Revisiting Cheshire West
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Cross-border deprivation of liberty
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Court of Protection case update: May 2025
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Managing the homes of vulnerable adults
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Transfers from hospital to social care
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Deputyship Surgery: Court of Protection Updates & Practical Guidance
Dave Lockwood, of Finders Development Hub, hosts a webinar addressing common questions from Social Care practitioners, exploring recent CoP developments.
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Issuing proceedings in best interests cases
Katie Viggers, Mark Barnett and Hannah Khan set out four key takeaways for Integrated Care Boards from a recent case where a senior judge stressed the “crucial significance” of issuing proceedings promptly in a best interests case.
Court of Protection case law update: March 2025
Sarah Hutchinson analyses two recent Court of Protection rulings of interest to practitioners.
The Health and Social Care (Wales) Bill Series – Regulation and Inspection of Social Care
How does the Welsh Government intend to reform the regulation and inspection of social care in Wales? Luke Williams and Eve Piffaretti look at the latest developments.
The Health and Social Care (Wales) Bill Series – Direct Payments for NHS Continuing Healthcare
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