Court of Protection - Key Cases & Developments

Introduction

The Court of Protection continues to develop rapidly, with recent judgments providing important guidance on deprivation of liberty, best-interests decision-making, lasting powers of attorney and the appointment of deputies. The Supreme Court’s landmark decision in AGNI has been particularly significant, with its implications continuing to shape practice.

This new virtual classroom seminar will provide a practical review of AGNI alongside other recent and important Court of Protection judgments, considering what the decisions mean for practitioners and how they may affect day-to-day case management and advice.

What You Will Learn

This live and interactive session will cover the following:

• Deprivation of liberty: AGNI - the Supreme Court’s ruling and its subsequent interpretation and application in practice
• Withdrawal of CANH: NHS North East London ICB v FHR, FN, FZR - best-interests decision-making and the legal issues arising when clinically assisted nutrition and hydration is withdrawn
• Lasting Powers of Attorney: The Public Guardian v AR, HR & MH - the validity of LPAs and the role and responsibilities of certificate providers
• Direct payments and deputyship: In the Matter of (Redirect Payments) - the Court’s powers to appoint deputies to manage direct payments
• Life-saving treatment: St George’s University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust v UJ & Ors - family opposition to surgery and the application of best-interests principles

Recording of live sessions: Soon after the Learn Live session has taken place you will be able to go back and access the recording - should you wish to revisit the material discussed.