Barrister, writer and educator: mental capacity, mental health and healthcare ethics. Twitter used to share news; please email me: alex.ruckkeene@39essex.com.
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I lurk on Twitter from time to time but I only use it to share material from my website - it’s too compressed to use for comments. If you want to ask questions (and I like questions!) please email me at alex.ruckkeene@39essex.com
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39 Essex Chambers June 2026 Mental Capacity Report – and AGNI: mentalcapacitylawandpolicy.o…
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Supreme Court overrules Cheshire West: mentalcapacitylawandpolicy.o…
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Position statements, transparency and the Court of Protection:mentalcapacitylawandpolicy.o…
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We are currently recruiting for a lawyer to work in the Public Law and Law in Wales team. ⚖️
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The contact constraints on the Court of Protection: mentalcapacitylawandpolicy.o…
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Thank you very much to those who have been in touch about my website - it is being upgraded and should be back online by the end of the weekend.
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Gretna Green and children’s capacity – in discussion with Jonathan Brown: mentalcapacitylawandpolicy.o…
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Instructing experts, and how long does the leash have to be for the acid test to be satisfied?mentalcapacitylawandpolicy.o…
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Revisiting habitual residence - when and how the Court of Protection can do so: mentalcapacitylawandpolicy.o…
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Book review: Coercive Control and Vulnerable Adults: Law and Practice in the Court of Protection and the Inherent Jurisdiction of the High Court: mentalcapacitylawandpolicy.o…
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@Capacitylaw of @39EssexChambers on why a decision by Lady Hale remains the vital jumping-off point for anyone wanting to ‘do’ the Mental Capacity Act 2005 properly.
A look at Aintree v James and best interests.
👉 swiy.co/u6Mp
#MentalCapacity #LAG
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The next National Mental Capacity Forum Webinar will focus on applying the Mental Capacity Act in the context of homelessness and addiction. The webinar will take place on Wednesday, 29 April, 2026, noon to 1pm - free but registration required. essex-university.zoom.us/web…
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My book "Coercive control and vulnerable adults: Law and Practice in the Court of Protection and under the Inherent Jurisdiction of the High Court" comes out next week, but I've already received some copies. Order the book here bloomsburyprofessional.com/u… DM me for a discount code 😉
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Court of Protection Handbook - April 2026 update: mentalcapacitylawandpolicy.o…
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39 Essex Chambers April 2026 Mental Capacity Reports – Mental Capacity Law and Policy: mentalcapacitylawandpolicy.o…
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🧠 OPEN ACCESS resource on the FRONTAL LOBE PARADOX aimed at lawyers (and practitioners) navigating this complex presentation in #MCA decision-making. The guide was produced for the #CoP Bar Association but will have wider relevance for all professionals #FLP #ABI @Capacitylaw 👇
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The Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill - discrimination and distortion: mentalcapacitylawandpolicy.o…
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