Mental Health Act 1983: Code of PracticeThe revised code of practice shows professionals how to carry out their roles and responsibilities under the Mental Health Act 1983, to ensure that all patients receive high quality and safe care. Read more »
Consultation on the Care Act 2014Details on the rules determining who will get adult social care from April 2015 have been published, as part of a Government consultation on the regulations and guidance accompanying the Care Act 2014. Read more »
Section 136 training videosThese training videos, developed by Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust, are intended to support improved practice for patients detained in a place of safety under Section 136 of the Mental Health Act. Read more »
Mental Health (Discrimination) Act 2013The Mental Health (Discrimination) Act 2013 removes three legal barriers that contribute to a stigmatised view of mental health problems. It also sends a wider message that discrimination of people with mental health problems will not be tolerated. Read more »
The Department of Health has published the fifth annual report on the Independent Mental Capacity Advocacy (IMCA) service, which aims to empower and safeguard people who do not have the capacity to make certain important decisions. Read more »