Proxies, representatives and advocates:
Relevant person's representative
Please note: In these descriptions of proxies, representatives and advocates, Q refers to the person whom the proxy, representative or advocate is supporting or representing.
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Purpose of the role
'- Maintains contact with the relevant person [Q], and
- Represents and supports the relevant person in all matters relating to the deprivation of liberty safeguards, including, if appropriate, triggering a review, using an organisation's complaints procedure on the person's behalf or making an application to the Court of Protection.
This role applies when
Q is subject to Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards
Applies in mental capacity situations?
Applies in mental health situations?
Applies in day-to-day situations?
Always
Statutory definition of the role (if any)
Defined term | Source | Source_URL |
|---|---|---|
Relevant person's representative | The Mental Capacity (Deprivation of Liberty: Appointment of Relevant Person�s Representative) Regulations 2008 | https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2008/1315/regulation/3/made |
The person in this role
The role involves
is professionally qualified to perform the role
speaking for/on behalf of Q
Yes
has a professional relationship with Q
Sometimes
acting in Q's best interests
Yes
has a personal relationship with Q
Usually
ensuring Q's understanding
Yes
is independent of the organisation(s) involved
Always
being consulted about Q's health and welfare
Yes
has lived experience of Q's care and support needs
Sometimes
being consulted about Q's finances
Yes
making decisions about Q's health and welfare
Yes
managing Q's finances
Yes
Is the person formally appointed to this role?
How many people can perform this role at one time?
Are there any other criteria for appointment?
Who nominates/appoints them?
Always
One
Personal relationship?
Is the appointment time limited?
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