B Mahendra explores issues of responsibility, risk and capacity
Urgent action is needed to stem the crisis in mental health law, says Jon Robins
Mental health
Laura Davidson considers the covert medication of patients detained under the Mental Health Act 1983
R v Rahman and others [2008] UKHL 45, [2008] All ER (D) 47 (Jul)
R v Wood [2008] EWCA Crim 1305, [2008] All ER (D) 272 (Jun)
MENTAL CAPACITY ACT UNDUE INFLUENCE
Has the government struck the right balance between the freedom of smokers and the welfare of non-smokers? Neil Allen reports
In brief
Scammell v Farmer [2008] EWHC 1100 (Ch), [2008] All ER (D) 296 (May)
Weightmans appoint new Chief Technology Officer
Mishcon de Reya announces trainee retention rate of 86%
Sackers welcomes two new Graduate Solicitor Apprentices