GUIDES
Yes. A GP may complete Part B of COP3 if they have the relevant competence and evidence and are willing to undertake the work. The current form also recognises appropriate social care professionals; a GP appointment or diagnosis alone is not a completed assessment.
Yes. A GP may complete Part B of COP3 if they have the relevant competence and evidence and are willing to undertake the work. The current form also recognises appropriate social care professionals; a GP appointment or diagnosis alone is not a completed assessment. COP3 gives evidence to the Court of Protection; the court decides the application. Part A is for the applicant and Part B for the appropriate assessor. The form asks the assessor to explain their qualifications, experience, professional relationship and freedom from conflict.
Complete Part A and ask the GP whether they can undertake the specific assessment. Confirm the fee and timescale; if they decline, seek another appropriate assessor. Use the current COP3 and its guidance: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/make-a-report-on-someones-capacity-to-make-decisions-form-cop3 The assessor must address the decisions in the application, support the person and explain any inability and its cause. A professional title alone does not establish suitability for every case.
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