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R (E) v Bristol City Council

Author / Contributor: Kris Gledhill
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R (E) v Bristol City Council
   
Issue: Whether an approved social worker was required to inform or consult a nearest relative under s11 Mental Health Act 1983 where it was contrary to the patient’s best interests and express wishes.
   
Court: Administrative Court
   
Reference:   CO/4464/2004
   
Neutral Citation:   [2005] EWHC 74 (Admin)
   
Judge(s): Bennett J
   
Date: 13 January 2005