Decisions, capacity, and an introduction to Liberty Protection Safeguards

Description

In this eLearning session, you will:

  • Consider the practical implications for involving young people in decision making and how best to support decision making where young people may lack capacity
  • Explore the legal framework for involving young people in decision making, with a focus on the principles of the Mental Capacity (Amendment) Act 2019
  • Introduce Liberty Protection Safeguards and what they will mean for young people aged 16 &17 and their families