The Mental Capacity Act 2005 came into force in 2007. It affects all health or care arrangements for people over the age of 16 who may lack capacity in relation to any decision.

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Cambridgeshire County Council offers extensive training on the Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards. To find out more please click.