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Principles
All decisions made on behalf of someone who is unable to make some or all decisions for themselves must:
- Benefit the person.
- Take account of the person's past and present views and wishes - and provide every assistance necessary to aid understanding and communication.
- Take account of the views of the nearest relative, primary carer, guardian or attorney and others with an interest in the person, as far as possible.
- Restrict the person's freedom as little as possible to achieve the desired benefit.
- Encourage the person to use their existing skills and develop new skills.
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