What is a Rule 1.2 Representative?
A Rule 1.2 Representative is chosen by the Court of Protection. They help and represent a person who cannot make decisions during court cases
Key Responsibilities of a Rule 1.2 Representative
1. Represent the Person's Views:
- Tell the court what the person wants and feels.
- Make sure the person's voice is heard in court.
2. Act in the Person's Best Interests:
- Make decisions that are best for the person.
- Talk to the person and those close to them to understand their needs.
3. Liaise with the Court:
- Give information and updates to the court.
- Work with lawyers and others involved in the case.
Support for Rule 1.2 Representatives
- Training: Get training on the Mental Capacity Act 2005, DoLS, and making best interest decisions.
- Resources: Use guides and legal advice to do your job well.
- Ongoing Assistance: Get help from local advocacy services and professional networks.
Important Points to Remember
- Always do what is best for the person you represent.
- Keep in regular and meaningful contact with the person.
- Make sure the person's rights and wishes are central to all decisions and actions.
- Seek professional advice and support when needed.
Need More Information?
If you need more information or help, you can contact:
- Seren SAS
-Local Advocacy Services:
- Court of Protection:
- Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards Team:
Beth yw Cynrychiolydd Rheol 1.2?
Mae Cynrychiolydd Rheol 1.2 yn cael ei benodi gan y Llys Gwarchod i gynrychioli a chefnogi person heb alluedd yn ystod achosion cyfreithiol. Mae’r rôl hon yn sicrhau bod safbwyntiau a buddiannau’r person yn cael eu hystyried gan y llys.
Prif Gyfrifoldebau Cynrychiolydd Rheol 1.2
1. Cynrychioli Safbwyntiau’r Person:
- Cyfathrebu dymuniadau, teimladau, credoau a gwerthoedd y person i’r llys.
- Sicrhau bod llais y person yn cael ei glywed ym mhob mater cyfreithiol sy’n effeithio arnynt.
2. Gweithredu er Lles Gorau’r Person:
- Gwneud penderfyniadau a gweithredu er lles gorau’r person.
- Ymgynghori â’r person a’r rheini sy’n agos atynt i ddeall eu hoffterau a’u hanghenion.
3. Cydweithio â’r Llys:
- Darparu gwybodaeth a diweddariadau i’r Llys Gwarchod.
- Gweithio’n agos gyda gweithwyr cyfreithiol a phartïon eraill sy’n gysylltiedig â’r achos.
Cefnogaeth ar gyfer Chynrychiolwyr Rheol 1.2
- Hyfforddiant: Mynediad i hyfforddiant ar Ddeddf Gallu Meddyliol 2005, DoLS, a gwneud penderfyniadau er lles gorau.
- Adnoddau: Defnyddio deunyddiau canllaw a chyngor cyfreithiol i gyflawni eich rôl yn effeithiol.
- Cymorth Parhaus: Ceisio cymorth gan wasanaethau eiriolaeth lleol a rhwydweithiau proffesiynol.
Pwyntiau Pwysig i’w Cofio
- Bob amser gweithredu er lles gorau’r person rydych yn ei gynrychioli.
- Cynnal cyswllt rheolaidd a ystyrlon gyda’r person.
- Sicrhau bod hawliau a dymuniadau’r person yn ganolog i bob penderfyniad a gweithred.
- Ceisio cyngor proffesiynol a chefnogaeth pan fo angen.
Angen Mwy o Wybodaeth?
Os ydych angen mwy o wybodaeth neu gymorth, gallwch gysylltu â:
- Seren SAS
-Gwasanaethau Eiriolaeth Lleol:
- Llys Gwarchod:
- Tîm Diogelu Rhyddid: