New Report from Ombudsman about Use of Mental Capacity Act and DOLs by Local Authorities

This report,“The Right to Decide” looks at the way that the Mental Capacity Act is being used by care providers and local authorities and raises concerns about the way that this legislation is being used .
This important report explores how vulnerable people are not being supported appropriately and also explores how family members should be involved.

DOLS AND MCA - FINAL.pdf (1.1 MB)