In the sixth and final episode of our Court of Protection series, Hempsons' healthcare advisory associates Rachael Hawkin and Liz Stokes give an overview of the Liberty Protection Safeguards (LPS).

00:16 - Introduction

01:23 - April 5 2023 announcement

02:25 - Recap: what are the Liberty Protection Safeguards?

04:53 - LPS objectives

06:01 - What is the definition of deprivation of liberty?

07:41 - How will the deprivation of liberty be authorised?

09:07 - Who can be a 'responsible body'?

10:44 - The impact of LPS on care planning

11:42 - The LPS process

14:39 - What is the expected timeline for LPS implementation?

16:28 - What now?