Thousands denied right to independent mental health advocates – The Guardian

Posted July 5th, 2012 in legal representation, mental health, news by sally

“People who are detained under the Mental Health Act, or subject to a community treatment order (CTO) have a legal right to access someone who can stand alongside them and help them speak up; an independent mental health advocate (IMHA).”

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The Guardian, 4th July 2012

Source: www.guardian.co.uk