Mental Capacity

Making decisions

For information about the statutory framework to empower and protect people who may not be able to make some decisions for themselves, for example people with dementia, learning disabilities, mental health problems, stroke or brain injuries.

Office of the Public Guardian
PO Box 16185
Birmingham
B2 2WH

Phone number: 0300 456 0300 – Phone lines are open Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm (Except Wednesday 10am – 5pm)
Email: customerservices@publicguardian.gsi.gov.uk
Website: https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/mental-capacity-act-making-decisions