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What now for deprivations of liberty?

What will the effect of the postponement of the Liberty Protections Safeguards be on local authorities? Local Government Lawyer asked 50 adult social care lawyers for their views on the potential consequences.

Care Act 2014 Easements in the Coronavirus Act 2020

April 16, 2020

Section 15 and Schedule 12 of the Coronavirus Act 2020 sets out significant amendments to a local authority's duties under the Care Act 2014. In this free-to-view, on-demand webinar, Cornerstone Barristers discuss the implications of the Coronavirus Act 2020 for local authorities.

This webinar is designed to give local authority legal and client departments an overview of the new provisions and some pragmatic advice on what this might mean in practice. Please see below for links to the materials from this webinar:

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Apr 16, 2024

Information watchdog publishes guidance on transparency in health and social care

Apr 15, 2024

Capacity, autonomy and the limits of the obligation to secure life

Apr 11, 2024

Judge rejects challenge to decision by Assistant Coroner not to hold Article 2 inquest into death of woman in fire at home

Apr 05, 2024

Council worker in adult social financial services team jailed after diverting council funds into own accounts

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Licensing: The New Law Second edition

The Licensing Act 2003 marked a major shift in licensing law and practice by introducing a new and unified system of alcohol and entertainment licensing. All of those involved in implementing, enforcing and advising upon the new regime need to have a detailed knowledge of the Act and subsequent regulations and guidance.

Community Care Law and Local Authority Handbook Third edition

Community Care Law and Local Authority Handbook examines the duties and responsibilities of local authorities in the provision of community care services particularly following the implementation of the Care Act 2014.

Court of Protection Handbook: a user's guide

Court of Protection Handbook: a user’s guide addresses in detail the practice and processes of the Court of Protection – across the whole range of its work – in terms that are aimed not only at lawyers but also to the increasing numbers of people who either by choice or otherwise are involved in proceedings before the Court of Protection without…

Manual on Protest Injunctions Practice, Procedure and Persons Unknown

This is an online book setting out the law on protest injunctions – i.e. when a civil injunction is sought to restrain certain types of protest activity.

Local Authority Liability Seventh edition

Written by a team of specialists in local authority liability claims, this well-established and popular work provides a comprehensive survey of the legal liabilities of local authorities.

Making Decisions Judicially - A Guide for Decision-Makers

Are you involved in making decisions in court, a tribunal, or another formal decision-making environment? This book gives guidance in the skills required to reach and deliver well-structured judicial decisions.

A practical guide to factitious illness in care proceedings by Sharan Bhachu

A focused practical guide for advocates dealing with cases that involve FII, providing an understanding of the different definitions and terms.

SAS Operation Galia

Bravery behind enemy lines in the Second World War. Including additional original photographs and a roll call of the Galia Squad. Cost: £12.50 inc p&p. Includes £1 donation to Ukraine relief charities.

Court of Protection Made Clear: A User's Guide (revised 1st ed)

The essential, plain English guide to Court of Protection law & practice.

Care Standards Legislation Handbook Seventh edition

This seventh edition of the Care Standards Legislation Handbook collects in one place and presents in fully updated form all the legislation most needed by those involved in the workings of the regulatory systems, and the appeals processes, for care services in England and Wales.

Dementia and Human Rights

With the fresh analytical tools provided in this book, policy makers and practitioners will gain new insights into how this broader perspective can be used to further promote the quality of life and quality of care for all those affected by dementia.

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