Interim Deprivation of Liberty Practice Guidance (AGNI Judgment 2026)

New interim guidance has been published following the AGNI 2026 Supreme Court judgment. Adult Social Care providers are encouraged to review the guidance to understand Essex County Council's current interim approach while further national guidance is awaited.

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Outbreaks of respiratory infections (Care homes)

With respiratory infections on the increase, please ensure that you have a good reserve of face-masks for use in case a resident develops a respiratory infection or an outbreak occurs.  Advice on what Personal Protective Equipment is needed when can be found here:

PPE requirements

More detailed guidance, including supporting visiting during outbreaks, can be found here:

MAnagement of acute respiratory infection outbreaks in care homes guidance - GOV.UK