Court of Protection Episode 5: Section 21A of the Mental Capacity Act

In the penultimate episode of our Court of Protection series, Hempsons' healthcare advisory associates Rachael Hawkin and Liz Stokes discuss Section 21A of the Mental Capacity Act.00:16 - Introduction01:23 - What is Section 21A of the Mental Capacity Act 2005?02:26 - Objections to a patient's deprivation of liberty03:55 - Who can bring a challenge on behalf of a patient?06:55 - Who can be party to a Section 21A challenge hearing?07:38 - How are Section 21A challenges progressed in the Court of Protection?09:41 - Best interests and capacity11:10 - The role of the social care provider in a Section 21A challenge