Mental Capacity Act 2026

Thursday, 30th July 2026

In June 2026 the Supreme Court handed down its judgement which crucially changes the definition of deprivation of liberty. The changes apply with immediate effect.

More details can be found www.gov.uk/government/publications/changes-to-the-definition-of-deprivation-of-liberty/uk-supreme-court-2026-judgment-on-what-constitutes-a-deprivation-of-liberty