Gillick competence

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Etymology

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Based on the 1985 decision of the House of Lords in Gillick v West Norfolk and Wisbech Area Health Authority.

Noun

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Gillick competence (uncountable)

  1. (UK, law) The capacity of a child to consent to medical treatment without parental permission or knowledge.