Crucial to health and social care practice, the Mental Capacity Act (MCA) 2005 safeguards decision-making within a legal framework. This book provides theoretical, practical and up-to-date guidance on mental capacity legislation. It focuses on the theory underpinning the principles of the MCA 2005, including historical background, and the practical challenges in applying legal statute in varied clinical settings, from hospitals to social care in community settings. Recent case law is detailed, and examples of ethical dilemmas and medico-legal challenges feature, along with guidance to navigate these in clinical practice. Applying mental capacity principles in end-of-life decision-making is an area of discussion, as well as the future of legislative changes in the field. To be read alongside the MCA 2005 Code of Practice, this guide will support mental health and social care professionals in clinical settings.

This edition provides a clear and comprehensive account of the English legal system, covering the institutions, personnel and procedures, and the handling of case law and statutes.

The Sexual Offences Act will be a significant and far-reaching piece of legislation which codifies and revises the existing legislation relating to sexual activities. A considerable number of new crimes will be introduced or redefined, along with the criminalization of certain types of conduct not previously covered by legislation. This book provides a full, clear analysis of the Act, and covers in detail issues such as rape, child sexual abuse, adults with mental disorders and learning disabilities, sex offenders, and recent developments in the law of evidence. Includes a full copy of the Act.

How has the culture affected the gospel of Jesus Christ, and how has that affected the witness of the church in the 21st century? This book intends to address those questions and then work toward a healthy correction to recapture the truth of the gospel, and the glory of God, and help people engage the culture instead of separating from it.

The 10 chapters that all Small Business' CEOs, Owners, and Marketing Directors should read when they are embarking on the next big growth of their businesses.

Words To Live By provides a fun active way of looking at some memorable times in life through quotes. Whether looking at life in general, the workplace, relationships, faith, and diversity. Each day is a learning experience and a opportunity to grow and mature as individuals. Life is a journey that we a will travelled with different experiences and viewpoints base on those life events. I hope you will take the time to read or share a quote with a friend. Hopefully, this will touch your heart or have some meaning to you that adds value. Thank you and may God blessed you today.