Consent for children
Everyone aged 16 or over is presumed to be competent to give consent for themselves, unless the opposite is demonstrated. If a child under the age of 16 has “sufficient understanding and intelligence to enable him/her to understand fully what is proposed” (known as Gillick Competence), then he/she will be competent to give consent for him/herself. Young people aged 16 and 17, and legally ‘competent’ younger children, may therefore sign this form for themselves, but may like a parent to countersign as well. If the child is not able to give consent for him/herself, someone with parental responsibility may do so on his/her behalf by signing accordingly on this Form. The doctor will discuss with you any queries you have.
We will send a letter to child's NHS GP for continuity of care.