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- 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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