Mental Capacity Act

We all make decisions about lots of things in our lives, this ability is called mental capacity. For a number of reasons, people may, on occassions, have difficulties making all, or some, decisions.  People in this situation may be considered to be lacking capacity for that specific decision.

On these pages you can find out about the Mental Capacity Act |,a new Act guiding decision making for people who are lacking capacity.  You can also access our policies and procedures| and links to a variey of websites that can provide further information, help, support and advice|.