LPS to go to Parliament

The Mental Capacity (Amendment) Bill has just been introduced to the House of Commons.

The press release explains that

“The reforms seek to:

• introduce a simpler process that involves families more and gives swifter access to assessments
• be less burdensome on people, carers, families and local authorities
• allow the NHS, rather than local authorities, to make decisions about their patients, allowing a more efficient and clearly accountable process
• consider restrictions of people’s liberties as part of their overall care package
• get rid of repeat assessments and authorisations when someone moves between a care home, hospital and ambulance as part of their treatment

The reforms will also save local authorities an estimated £200 million or more a year.”

The progress of the Bill will be watched by many.