The Mental Capacity Act (MCA) is designed to protect and empower individuals who lack the mental capacity to make their own decisions about their care and treatment. It is a law that applies to individuals aged 16 and over.
What is the Mental Capacity Act? - Care and support - NHS Choices (opens in a new window)
Link to the actual Mental Capacity Act (opens in a new window)
Link to the Easy Read version of the Mental Capacity Act (opens in a new window)