On a more serious note, it is now beyond doubt that he is mentally ill and needs to be taken into care for his own protection. The Mental Capacity Act 2005 (MCA) contains the following provisions.
Under MCA there is a statutory responsibility for Local Health Boards to provide Independent
Mental Capacity Advocates (IMCAs). These advocates are specialised independent advocate who support individuals who lack capacity to make a decision when they are unbefriended or have no appropriate relatives.
As from the 1
I believe it is my public duty to make a referral in respect of Little Greggy.
st October 2007 the IMCA service will be available to receive referrals. Anyone can refer to this service who believes that a person requires advocacy to make a decision on their health or social care issues and meet the above criteria.
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