Join us for our flagship Court of Protection Conference, featuring a series of expert talks and an exclusive fireside panel discussion with Mr Justice Poole. Together, we will explore key issues and emerging developments in Court of Protection practice, with a particular focus on ensuring that P’s wishes, feelings, values and autonomy remain at the heart of decision-making.
- Wednesday 16th September
- 9am – 5pm
- The Midland Hotel, Manchester
Topics will include:
- Wishes and feelings in health and welfare decisions
- Religion and values in property and affairs cases
- Decisions about gifts and estate management in property and affairs cases
- Wishes, feelings and values in serious medical treatment cases
- Transitional (TZ) care planning
- Marriage, annulment, judicial separation, and situations where P may wish to divorce
- Valid consent in Deprivation of Liberty (DoL) cases
- Transparency
The full programme will be released in due course.
We look forward to welcoming you for what promises to be an insightful and engaging discussion.
Please note – ticket includes lunch, refreshments and networking drinks.
Event Information
| Event Date | 16-09-2026 |
| Individual Price | £50 + VAT per person |
| Location | North-west |
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