Review of the operation of Sections 135 and 136 of the Mental Health Act The government is reviewing the operation of Sections 135 and 136 of the Mental Health Act to make sure that the legislative framework offers the right support for people at the right time. These parts of the legislation give the police powers to temporarily remove people who appear to be suffering from a mental disorder and who need urgent care to a ‘place of safety’, so that a mental health assessment can be carried out and appropriate arrangements made for their care. This review aims to examine evidence to determine whether or not changes to the legislation would improve outcomes for people experiencing a mental health crisis. Department of Health
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