What is the Mental Capacity Act 2005?
The Mental Capacity Act 2005 provides a framework for people who:
- Lack capacity to make decisions for themselves, or
- Have capacity and want to make preparations for a time when they may lack capacity in the future.
It sets out who can take decisions, in which situations, and how to go about it.
> More about the Mental Capacity Act
Mental Capacity FAQs
Frequently asked questions about the Mental Capacity Act 2005.
Guides and leaflets
- Making decisions about your health, welfare and finance. Who decides when you can't?
- Guide for family, friends other unpaid carers
- Guide for people who work in health and social care
- A guide for advice workers
> Full list of Mental Capacity Act documents
