GMC, 0-18yrs: Guidance for all doctors, [2018]: (12) An assessment of best interests will include what is clinically indicated. Also consider: (a.) the views of the child/young person, so far as they can express them, including any previously expressed preferences (b.) views of parents (c) views of others close to the child (d) cultural, religious, or other beliefs and values of the child(ren)/parents (e) views of other healthcare profs looking after the child (f) which choice will least restrict the child's future options