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The Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DOLS) comes into force on 1st April 2009. The safeguards provide a legal framework for Local Authorities and Primary Care Trusts to authorise the deprivation of a person’s liberty if it is deemed to be in their best interests – e.g. to protect them from harm.

The safeguards will only be applicable to those adults who lack capacity to decide about their care and treatment and who are resident in either a care home or a hospital.

The Safeguards will not be applicable to Adults detained under the Mental Health Act 1983 as there are safeguards already in place for this vulnerable group.

• Standard Forms and Guide for Supervisory Bodies (in word-processable format)
• Standard Forms and Record Keeping Guide for Managing Authorities (in word-processable format)

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