LPS TEST

PART ONE: 22 May 2023  10:00-13:00

PART TWO: 23 May 2023 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, ICBs and Welsh health boards as well as care providers. Key points include:

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

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

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