2014-07 Response to proposed changes to the Mental Health Act 1983 Code of Practice

This response has been developed in consultation with members of the Revolving Doors National Service User Forum – a group of people who have experienced multiple and complex needs, including poor mental health, and in some cases have experienced numerous detentions under the Mental Health Act. We welcome this review of the Mental Health Act codes of practice, and support many of the changes suggested in the consultation document which reflect the issues raised by members of our Forum.