New data on use of Mental Health Act shows urgent need for reform, says Centre for Mental Health
Latest figures show gaping disparities in use of the Act, underlining the need for whole-system reforms.
Type: News
Where do we go from here? The proposed Major Conditions Strategy and mental health
The Government’s decision to shelve the proposed ten-year plan for mental health comes at a time where we really need a strategic, whole government approach to mental health.
Type: Blog
Reforming the Mental Health Act: what the Joint Parliamentary Committee report says and what might come next
Recommendations made to modernise the Mental Health Act can improve services – if they are backed by adequate resources and a clear plan of action to implement changes without delay
Type: Blog
A step towards modernising the Mental Health Act
Andy looks at what proposals in the draft Bill would mean in practice for people being treated under the Mental Health Act
Type: Blog
Centre for Mental Health welcomes draft Mental Health Bill
“Modernising the Mental Health Act is an essential step in making mental health services more effective, equitable and compassionate,” Centre for Mental Health chief executive Dr Sarah Hughes said today.
Type: News
Centre for Mental Health welcomes government pledge to modernise the Mental Health Act
We welcome the commitment to modernise the Mental Health Act – but plans to replace the Human Rights Act could have damaging consequences, and a partial ban on ‘conversion therapy’ is not enough
Type: News
Our response to the Mental Health Act white paper
We’ve outlined our position on the Government’s proposed reforms to the Mental Health Act, and what the changes could mean for people living with mental health difficulties.
Type: News
Centre for Mental Health welcomes Government’s proposals to modernise the Mental Health Act
The Mental Health Act must be modernised to treat people with respect and dignity, and today’s proposals from the Government are a welcome step toward that goal
Type: News
On a journey: policing and mental health
Matthew Scott shares his role in raising awareness of mental health issues as a Police and Crime Commissioner
Type: Blog
The Government’s emergency Mental Health Act changes: what do they mean in practice?
Louis explains what changes the Coronavirus Bill will make to the care of people detained under the Mental Health Act
Type: Blog