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| Name | Making Sense of AGNI For Advocates - FREE Online Update | |
| Venue | Online | |
| Date | 16/07/2026 | 16/07/2026 - 16/07/2026 |
| Time | 16:00 - 18:00 | |
| Cost | Cost: £0.00+vat (per person) | |
| Price includes | Presentation slides | |
| Description |
UK Supreme Court Judgment: The End of the Acid Test – What Happens Next? In the Matter of a Reference by the Attorney General for Northern Ireland of a devolution issue under paragraph 34 of Schedule 10 to the Northern Ireland Act 1998 [2026] UKSC 2 Date: Thursday 16th July 2026 Format: Online via Microsoft Teams Cost: Free of Charge The recent UK Supreme Court decision to abolish the Acid Test with immediate effect represents one of the most significant developments in Deprivation of Liberty law in recent years. The judgment has created uncertainty for many professionals working across health, social care, advocacy and legal services, raising important questions about how Deprivation of Liberty should now be identified and what the practical implications are for those supporting vulnerable individuals. Join an expert panel for this free two-hour online session as they explore the immediate impact of the judgment, discuss the key legal and practical issues, and consider what this means for advocates, advocacy organisations and professionals working under the Mental Capacity Act. Hear from our expert panel - Peter Edwards – Director, Peter Edwards Law - Kate Mercer – Head of Kate Mercer Training - Kerry Smith – Head of Chambers, Garden Court North - Ben McCormack – Barrister, Deputy Head of Chambers at Garden Court North and Chair of COPPA North West The session will be recorded, so even if you are unable to attend live, you will still be able to benefit from the discussion. Topics will include: - How should a Deprivation of Liberty now be identified following the abolition of the Acid Test? - The evolving role of Advocate RPRs in Part 8 reviews considering the removal of DoLS authorisations. - The wider implications for Care Act Advocacy. - The potential impact on individuals receiving treatment for mental disorder in hospital, including questions around detention under the Mental Capacity Act and DoLS. The discussion will also consider the Government's initial response. Speaking recently in the House of Lords, Baroness Meron confirmed that DoLS will continue to operate in line with the Supreme Court judgment, including maintaining access to independent reviews and advocacy where appropriate, while highlighting that individuals not subject to DoLS may continue to access advocacy through other legal safeguards, including the Mental Capacity Act and the Care Act 2014. If there are particular issues or questions you would like the panel to address during the session, please email peter@peteredwardslaw.com in advance of the event. This course aimed at Advocates and offers an opportunity to hear from leading specialists and understand how this landmark judgment is likely to influence practice going forward. |
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