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Re Ditcham (2009) COP 12/5/09

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An EPA provided that "my attorney(s) may take decisions on where I shall live provided that these decisions are made in my best interests and may negotiate with Social Services and any other relevant authorities to secure the best treatment and accommodation on my behalf that can be provided". On the application of the attorneys the court severed this provision on the ground that it would be ineffective as part of an EPA. (OPG summary.)

Note

The summary above is taken from the OPG website. It is listed under the heading "Severance of restrictions incompatible with an EPA" as "Re Ditcham (an order made by the Senior Judge on 12 May 2009)".

External link

Not on Bailii - there was no written judgment

Summary on OPG section of Justice website