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Judgment in R (L, M and P) v Devon County Council promises to reduce uncertainty surrounding the amendment process for EHCPs
Posted: 11/03/2022
The case of R (L, M and P) v Devon County Council [2022] EWHC 493 (Admin) has been decided by the High Court and judgment was issued on 8 March 2022. This landmark case finally provides some clarity about the process of amending an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) following annual review......>>
Alcohol dependency and capacity – Unwise or uncapacious decisions?
Posted: 28/01/2022
This year marks the tenth anniversary of Dry January, the UK’s one-month challenge initiated by Alcohol Change UK, a leading UK alcohol charity formed from the merger of Alcohol Concern and Alcohol Research UK - Dry January | Alcohol Change UK......>>
Deputyship or personal injury trust?
Posted: 01/09/2021
Dealing with personal injury or clinical negligence claims can be challenging and the focus is generally on how to secure a compensation award for the injured party. However, securing the award is not the end of the matter, as the selection of the right option for successful claimants following an award also needs to be carefully considered and understood......>>
DOLS in the Covid-19 era: a deputy’s perspective
Posted: 15/04/2021
The Covid-19 pandemic has brought with it an awareness and appreciation of one’s liberty. For many adults, this has been the first time they have not been able to do as they would like and make independent decisions. However, there is a significant part of the population that goes through this experience every day, regardless of the pandemic...…>>
A voice for disabled adults: challenging the rules on health and welfare deputyships in the High Court
Posted: 30/04/2019
The current legal battle involving Rosa Monckton, a close friend of Princess Diana, and a group of other parents of disabled children in the High Court has drawn the attention of the media and social welfare professionals alike......>>

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