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We have a role to play in making such a judgment. If we ask about the code and express our concern, we might be able to make a better decision at our next meeting.
Distress could be caused by a person's lack of confidence or inability to express themselves. I have reflected on the debate, but I do not think that there is any great purpose in changing the current proposals.
Subsection (b) was included because we feel that it is important not to deny advocacy to the group of people who are most vulnerable—those who are so affected by their mental disorder that they cannot express an opinion on matters affecting them.We agree that people can be too ready to assume that a person with a mental health problem or a disability cannot express a view.
We regulate those solicitors, but the way in which we do so is governed by the Department of Trade and Industry.On consumer credit matters, we are subject to the Consumer Credit Act 1974.
That part of the report included measures such as: greater access to primary care team members within 48 hours; better liaison between primary care and the acute sector; and local plans for chronic disease management.