Codes of Practice

We have published 13 codes of practice for decision supporters, interveners and relevant professionals, providing guidance for their functions and responsibilities under the Assisted Decision-Making (Capacity) Act 2015.

About the Codes of Practice

Codes of Practice Glossary

Code of Practice for Attorneys

Code of Practice for Co-Decision Makers

Code of Practice for Decision-Making Assistants

Code of Practice for Decision-Making Representatives

Code of Practice for Designated Healthcare Representatives

Code of Practice for Financial Service Providers

Code of Practice for General Visitors

Code of Practice for Healthcare Professionals

Code of Practice for Independent Advocates

Code of Practice for Legal Practitioners

Code of Practice for Special Visitors

Code of Practice for Supporting Decision-Making and Assessing Capacity

Code of Practice on Advance Healthcare Directives for Healthcare Professionals

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