Over 280 legal and healthcare professionals are set to convene in Leeds next week for the annual review conference of the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
Switalskis’ Court of Protection Health and Welfare team will host the one-day conference on 12 October at Aspire in Leeds. It is the largest of its kind in the UK.
This year’s conference aims to keep professionals up to date on the latest developments in the Court of Protection. The conference serves as a forum for legal and healthcare practitioners integral to the safeguarding and care of vulnerable adults and the promotion of their rights.
General admission tickets are still available for the event from Eventbrite.
Organisers have said the Mental Capacity Act conference “will provide a platform for discussion, training, and information sharing, covering issues critical to people who lack mental capacity and whom have decisions made for them in relation to important life issues.”
Key speakers include Neil Allen, Barrister at 39 Essex Chambers, who will explore the coexistence and interaction of the Mental Capacity Act and the Mental Health Act, particularly in cases involving individuals deprived of their liberty. Hannah Bakshani, barrister at St John’s Buildings, will discuss cases where parties other than the person involved lack the capacity to conduct proceedings.
Other speakers include Joseph O’Brien KC, a recognized leader in adult social care and Court of Protection proceedings; clinical neuropsychologist Dr. Catriona McIntosh, who will tackle the complex subject of assessing capacity for sexual relationships; Sam Karim KC, head of the Court of Protection at Kings Chambers; consultant neuropsychiatrist Dr. Janet Grace; and Parishil Patel KC at 39 Essex Chambers.
Alison Kaye, director and head of Court of Protection at Switalskis, said: “This conference is a highlight in many legal and healthcare professionals’ calendar. It includes highly regarded speakers covering challenging and thought-provoking areas relating to mental capacity. It provides an invaluable opportunity to connect with peers. It also allows for a comprehensive review of the Mental Capacity Act at present and will continue to do so in the future.”
The conference has attracted professionals from across the UK and is intended for advocates, individuals working in the fields of community care, adult social care, and healthcare, as well as representatives from voluntary organizations and charities.
To book a place at the Mental Capacity Act 2005 annual review conference, visit Eventbrite.
Image: Switalskis Solicitors
Josie Miller
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