Guidance

An Introduction to the Restricted Patient System

This guidance informs stakeholders about upcoming introductions to the Restricted Patient System.

From:
HM Prison and Probation Service
Published
22 March 2023
Last updated
19 December 2024 — See all updates

The Mental Health Casework Section (MHCS) run online sessions on a quarterly basis. These sessions provide a greater understanding of the Secretary of State’s (SofS) functions under the Mental Health Act (MHA) 1983. This is a specialist and broad topic and the presenter will endeavour to provide you with a greater understanding of MHCS responsibilities alongside particular sections of the Act namely:

  • Section 37 Hospital Orders
  • Section 41 Restriction Orders
  • Section 47/49 and 48/49 Transfers from prison

  • Section 45A and 45B Hospital directions

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