Issue details

Mental Health Amendment Act 2007 & Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards

Purpose of report: The Governance and delivery of the Local Authority responsibilities under the Mental Health Act 1983 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005 as amended by the Mental Health Act 2007. The key amendments are to be introduced between 3.11.08 and 31.3.09. The effects may be seen immediately as each amendment is introduced.

Members are asked to: To approve the approval being taken to implement the Act.

Decision type: Non-key

Decision status:

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Implication: Equalities; Financial; Human Resources; ITT; Legal;

Level of Risk: 04-08 Regular monitoring required;

Decision due: 16/03/09 by Executive Member for Health & Adult Social Services

Lead member: Councillor Susan Galloway cllr.susangalloway@york.gov.uk

Lead director: Director of Housing and Adult Social Services

Department: Housing & Adult Social Services Directorate

Contact: Keith Martin Email: keith.martin@york.gov.uk.

Consultation process

The approach being taken is being consulted on with key partners and stakeholders through existing structures.

Consultees

PCT Commissioners, Providers

Making Representations: In writing or by e-mail to Keith Martin.

 

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