This briefing paper considers the current status of humanist marriage ceremonies across the United Kingdom and Law Commission proposals for reforming the law relating to getting married in England and Wales
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Mental Capacity Bill (Bill 120 of 2003/04) (458 KB, PDF)
The Mental Capacity Bill became the Mental Capacity Act 2005, which came into force during 2007. As amended, it provides a legal framework and statutory code of practice for decision-making on behalf of those who lack capacity to make decisions for themselves, creates a statutory basis for advance directives to refuse treatment (“living wills”), and provides safeguards relating to deprivation of liberty. The Act also established a new Court of Protection and the Office of the Public Guardian.
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Mental Capacity Bill (Bill 120 of 2003/04) (458 KB, PDF)
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