24/09/2026
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Webinar | Thursday 24 September 2026 | 12:30 - 13:30 | 1 Hour
The Court of Protection continues to be an active and evolving jurisdiction, with a steady stream of judgments refining the application of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and clarifying the boundaries between capacity, vulnerability, and autonomy. Alongside this, the courts’ use of the inherent jurisdiction to protect vulnerable adults remains a highly topical and developing area, particularly in cases involving coercion and control.
In this session, Vikram Sachdeva KC and Adam Fullwood of 39 Essex Chambers will join Hannah Taylor to consider the complex and often overlapping legal frameworks that arise where concerns are raised about undue influence, coercion, and an individual’s ability to make decisions.
The session will consider:- The distinction between a lack of capacity (particularly where an individual is unable to use and weigh information due to external influences) and situations where an individual has capacity but is a vulnerable adult
- The scope and limits of the inherent jurisdiction in protecting vulnerable adults
- The duties and responsibilities of public bodies where there are concerns about coercion and control
- A brief overview of the legal framework surrounding coercive and controlling behaviour
Vikram Sachdeva KC is an expert in public law, healthcare, and regulatory matters, and has appeared in numerous landmark cases before the Supreme Court, Court of Appeal and High Court. A qualified doctor as well as a lawyer, Vikram studied medicine and law at Cambridge and Oxford, bringing a distinctive perspective to complex legal issues. He also sits as a Deputy High Court Judge and is widely respected for his work on significant public law and constitutional cases.
Adam Fullwood specialises in public and administrative law, with particular expertise in community care, safeguarding, mental capacity, and the Court of Protection. He has extensive experience representing care providers.
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There is no charge to attend this webinar.
Advance registration is recommended, as registration will close at the advertised start time.
Please be aware that places for this seminar are limited and the webinar may become oversubscribed.
Where we are heavily oversubscribed, we may limit places per organisation.
Our clients have priority, but we endeavour to increase capacity where we can to allow all those who wish to attend a place.
If possible, some sessions may be recorded and made available to view after the webinar.
