The Mental Capacity Act 2005 is a law which protects vulnerable people, and helps to determine whether they are able to make decisions for themselves.
This website contains a quick read summary and audio guide which provide an introduction to mental capacity and how the Mental Capacity Act supports decision making.
For more further please see:
Making Decisions for Another Person (Lambeth Council)
What is the Mental Capacity Act (Lambeth Safeguarding Adults Board)
