Part I E+W Application of Act 1 Application of Act: “mental disorder”. E+W (1) The provisions of this Act shall have effect with respect to the reception, care and treatment of mentally disordered patients, the management of their property and other related matters. (2) In this Act— [F2 “ mental disorder ” means any disorder or disability of the mind; and
Guidance for professionals, patients and carers on the Mental Health Act 1983, which covers the rights and responsibilities of all parties involved. The code of practice was revised in 2015 and reflects changes in legislation, case law, policy and practice.
An Act to amend the Mental Health Act 1983, the Domestic Violence, Crime and Victims Act 2004 and the Mental Capacity Act 2005 in relation to mentally disordered persons; to amend section 40 of the Mental Capacity Act 2005; and for connected purposes.
Outdated Mental Health Act modernised to better support patients, treat them more humanely and address disparities. Reforms will introduce statutory care and treatment plans, end the use of police ...
Learn about the proposed reforms to the Mental Health Act 1983, which covers the assessment, treatment and rights of people with a mental health disorder in England and Wales. Find out the facts and figures on detentions, racial disparities, learning disability and autism under the current act.
A Bill to make provision to amend the Mental Health Act 1983 in relation to mentally disordered persons; and for connected purposes.
A comprehensive overview of mental health legislation in the UK from 1700s to present, covering public bodies, other legislation and remarks. Includes links to legislation sources and details of legislation by type, title and date.
Learn about the Mental Health Act and the Mental Capacity Act, which protect the rights and welfare of people with mental health problems in the UK. Find out how to get urgent help, consent to treatment and deal with bullying at work.
Learn about the Mental Health Act, a law that tells people with a mental health disorder what their rights are and how they can be treated. Find out what happens when you're detained, what your choices are, and who can help you.
By Tim Spencer-Lane. The Mental Health Bill, which seeks to reform the Mental Health Act 1983 (MHA) to strengthen the voice of the patient and ensure that that detention is only used when necessary, received its third reading in the House of Lords on 23 April 2025.. Having now been passed by the Lords, the bill is at the halfway stage of its passage through Parliament.
The Mental Health Act 1983 (amended 2007) The Mental Health Act 1983 is one of the most significant pieces of legislation concerning mental health in England and Wales. It governs how individuals with mental illness can be assessed, treated, and, if necessary, detained in hospital or mental health settings, even without their consent.
The text of the Mental Health Act 1983 on this site shows the law as amended by the Mental Health Act 2007 and other legislation; some pending amendments are also indicated. See also: (1) Overview of the MHA 1983, for a summary of the main provisions of the 1983 Act; (2) Category:Changes made by MHA 2007; (3) Independent Review of the Mental Health Act 1983 by Simon Wessely (2018).
The UK government wants to change the law so that disabled and autistic people cannot be detained under the act in most circumstances, unless they have a co-occurring mental health disorder.
About the Mental Health Act 1983 • This information applies to England and Wales. • This information applies to adults. It doesn't apply to children unless specifically stated. What is the Mental Health Act 1983? The Mental Health Act 1983 is the law in England and Wales which was updated in 2007.
The Mental Health Act (MHA) 1983 (updated in 2007) is the law in England and Wales which guides the compulsory treatment and care of people with mental health problems. If you are in hospital under a section of the Mental Health Act, this is commonly known as being “sectioned”. In hospital, you will receive a leaflet explaining your rights ...
The number of NHS mental health staff has increased by 19% between 2016/17 and 2022/23. The number of people using mental health services has increased by 36% in the same period. The Centre for Mental Health estimates that in 2022, mental ill health cost the UK economy approximately £300 billion (2022). Due to increased demand for mental ...
A revised guide for people who want to understand the main provisions of the Mental Health Act 1983 and the regulations under the Act, as amended at 1 April 2015. The guide complements the revised Mental Health Act Code of Practice, which gives guidance on how the Act should be applied.
