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R (E) v Bristol City Council | 
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| 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. | 
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| Court:  | 
Administrative Court | 
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| Reference:    | 
CO/4464/2004 | 
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| Neutral Citation:    | 
[2005] EWHC 74 (Admin) | 
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| Judge(s):  | 
Bennett J | 
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| Date:  | 
13 January 2005 |