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We’re working to ensure that the new coronavirus legislation is used appropriately, protecting the rights of vulnerable people.

23 Apr 2020
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How can we start increasing patient autonomy and independence under the Mental Health Act?

Michael Henson-Webb is a solicitor and head of the Legal Team at Mind, the mental health charity. He discusses the limitations of the Mental Health Act.

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Hidden extras - a first-hand account of secondary traumatic stress

Lee Moore, a non-practising barrister, pioneered, designed and presented the first UK accredited training for lawyers on Recognising and Dealing with Secondary Traumatic Stress, Burnout and Vicarious Trauma, at Cambridge University in 1999.

30 Oct 2019
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Legal and social issues faced by older LGBT+ people

Paul Maddock gives an overview of some of the social and legal issues faced by older LGBT+ people.

29 Oct 2019
Mental capacity law and policy

Mental Health and Disability Law Committee member Alex Ruck Keene discusses his experiences as a leading mental capacity barrister.

17 Jun 2019
Parliamentary briefing: Mental Capacity (Amendment) Bill - House of Commons second reading

We're concerned by provisions that would remove vital safeguards for vulnerable individuals who receive care and treatment under conditions of detention.

18 Dec 2018