Mental Health Law

The Mental Health Tribunal: An Essential Guide

Edited by Neil Hickman · Christine Hutchison
Sage Publications November 2021

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ISBN-13
9781529708493
Publisher
Sage Publications
Publication
November 2021
Format
Paperback
Jurisdiction
U.K. ? Countri(es) for reference only

Details

This accessible and practical guide demystifies the Mental Health Tribunal (England) and Mental Health Review Tribunal For Wales (MHRTW) for health and social care professionals. Written by a mental health lawyer and a social worker who is also a Specialist Lay Member of the Mental Health Tribunal, it offers essential explanations of all stages of the Tribunal, from advance planning, the hearing itself, what happens after the hearing and how to ensure the welfare of the patient. Top tips, activities, expert quotes, and answers to frequently asked questions will guide you through the whole process, ensuring you have the knowledge and skills you need to prepare for and attend a Tribunal with confidence.

Table of Contents

Introduction
1: History and Legal Context
2: Applications and References to the Tribunal
3: What Powers and Duties Do the Tribunal Have?
4: Who is on the Tribunal Panel and What are their Roles?
5: Who Should Attend the Tribunal Hearing and Why?
6: How do Tribunals Apply the Law?
7: Preparing Written Evidence
8: Pre-Hearing Matters
9: What Happens At The Hearing?
10: The Welfare of the Patient
11: Decisions, Reviews, Appeals: Disagreements and Complaints
Recommended Further Reading and Online Resources
Glossary of Terms and Abbreviations
Table of Cases
Table of Legislation, Statutory Materials and Guidance;
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