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Mental Health Act 1983 (Amendment) Bill

A Bill to amend section 136 of the Mental Health Act 1983; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

30 March 2015

In Plain English

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This Bill aims to amend section 136 of the Mental Health Act 1983, with related connected provisions. It is currently at the second reading stage in the House of Commons.

Key Points

Amends section 136 of the Mental Health Act 1983 and related provisions.
Focuses on how and when a person can be detained for mental health assessment under section 136 (involving police powers).
Originates in the House of Commons and is currently progressing through its passage in Parliament.
Falls under healthcare policy reform.

Progress

The Bill is in the early stages of the legislative process, currently at the second reading in the Commons and still requires further stages in both Houses before it could become law.

Who is affected?

People who may be detained under section 136 for mental health assessmentPolice officers and custody staffMental health professionals (psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, social workers)NHS and local authorities providing mental health servicesCarers and families of those affectedLocal communities potentially affected by detentions

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Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Mental Health Act 1983 (Amendment)

1 Jan 1970

The Bill had its first reading on 15 October 2014 through the Ten Minute Rule Motion.

This Bill has been withdrawn. The 2014-15 session of Parliament has prorogued and this Bill will make no further progress.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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