LPS 28 & 29 April 2022

PART ONE:  28 April 2022 10:00-13:00

PART TWO: 29 April 2022 10:00-13:00

The Liberty Protection Safeguards became law on 16th May 2019 when the Mental Capacity (Amendment) Act 2019 received Royal Assent. They are due to replace DoLS and will probably come into force mid to late 2023. The government estimate is that there will be 257,000 LPS applications every year. It creates new statutory duties and responsibilities for local authorities, NHS Trusts, CCGs and Welsh health boards as well as care providers. Key points include:

• LPS will apply to any care setting (not just hospitals & care homes)

• NHS Trusts and CCGs will become responsible for assessments and authorisations

• LPS extends to young people aged 16 and 17 rather than 18+ under DoLS