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Deprivation of Liberty (DoLS)
Guidance for staff on the test for whether a patient has been deprived of their liberty
Guidance on the Mental Capacity Act 2005 (MCA) interface with the Mental Health Act 1983 (MHA)
Guidance for staff on how to apply for authorisation of a deprivation of liberty where a deprivation cannot be avoided.
Code
TP.MHA&MCA.304
Policy types
- MHA and MCA
