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Providing appropriate support for those experiencing a mental health crisis

Published on: 15 April 2014

Table of contents

  • Original news
  • What are the problems with the existing law and its enforcement?
  • What are the main goals of the consultation?
  • Are there any potential drawbacks to the current legislation?
  • How could this consultation affect police powers and lawyers advising clients in this area?
  • Is the consultation a positive step forward?

Article summary

Private Client analysis: Is a police station an appropriate place to detain people suffering from a mental health crisis? Tammy Groves, principal solicitor at The Mental Health Practice, says she hopes the review of the powers of police to remove individuals experiencing a mental health crisis brings about positive changes to mental health legislation.

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