W8 - Legal issues of children

Question 1

what is gillick competence

Answer 1

the parental right yields to the child’s right to make his [sic] own decisions when he reaches a sufficient understanding and intelligence to be capable of making up his own mind on the matter requiring decision.“

Question 2

can a child refuse treatment if found Gillick competent

Answer 2

yes
but this can be overridden by the courts