Policy Updates 6th June 2022
The following policy updates have been curated from the week commencing 6th June 2022.
Updated Policy
Changes to the MCA Code of Practice and implementation of the LPS
This consultation seeks views on proposed changes to the Mental Capacity Act 2005 Code of Practice and implementation of the Liberty Protection Safeguards. This consultation closes at 11:45pm on 7 July 2022
1 June 2022
Replaced the ‘Draft MCA Code of Practice’ with an updated version. Corrections are as follows. Paragraph 3.33 now refers the reader to paragraph 14.68, which explains what information the Responsible Body must publish to ensure that the person who is going through the LPS process and their Appropriate Person understand certain matters. The text in paragraph 4.64 has been deleted as it had been inserted in error. Paragraphs 7.46 and 7.57 now refer the reader to paragraph 7.35, which explains when an application can be made to the Court of Protection regarding the LPS. In chapter 15, the first paragraph in the ‘quick summary’ section on page 317 has been deleted as it had been inserted in error. In chapter 21, the first paragraph in the ‘quick summary’ section on page 396 now explains that most of the Mental Capacity Act applies to young people aged 16 to 17 years, who may lack the relevant capacity to make a particular decision.
Found at: GOV.UK
Update to the statutory scheme to control the costs of branded health service medicines
We are seeking views on our proposal to update the payment percentage paid by pharmaceuticals companies who are members of the statutory scheme for branded medicine pricing. This consultation ran from 2pm on 15 March 2022 to 10am on 26 April 2022
1 June 2022
Published government response to consultation outcome.
Found at: GOV.UK
Wider Stakeholder Updates
Please find attached our eighty-eighth update for care providers in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.
This week, we would like to let you know more about:
Guidance: Health and wellbeing of the adult social care workforce
Updated guidance: reporting of COVID-19 testing
COVID-19 Oximetry @ Home Services for care home residents
Data Security Protection Toolkit reminder to complete and publish by 30 June
Understanding Dementia
Hydration training
Mouth Care in Care Homes: South West Survey
Environmental Sampling Project
Useful information and guidance