...Irram Walji; Ian Fletcher; Stephen Weatherhead Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to present an exploration of the experiences of clinical psychologists involved in implementing the Mental Capacity Act (MCA). Design/methodology/approach – Seven clinical psychologists were interviewed...

...Jill Manthorpe; Kritika Samsi Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to provide an overview of how social care staff experienced applying the Mental Capacity Act (MCA) 2005, following its implementation in 2007 in England and Wales. Design/methodology/approach – A longitudinal qualitative...

... from the perspective of a Court of Protection practitioner, and advice on a practical approach to dealing with the concerns it raises. At the heart of any legal framework like the Mental Capacity Act (2005) and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DOLS) there is, inevitably, a key tension between...

...S. Rees; T. Ryan‐Morgan Purpose In accordance with the Mental Capacity Act 2005, this paper aims to explore the steps taken to maximise an individual's ability to make decisions in regards to making a Will. Design/methodology/approach Concepts relating to testamentary capacity are discussed...