Detained mental health patient died from head injuries while in hospital - courtAndrew George Messum's death while detained under the Mental Health Act will likely lead to a jury inquest due to concerns around the circumstances of his injuries.
Better care for mental health patients will hinge on funding | LettersProposed Mental Health Act reforms might limit access to care for individuals unless they enter the criminal justice system.
The Guardian view on fixing the Mental Health Act: an overdue return to dignity | EditorialThe 1983 Mental Health Act needs reform to protect patients' rights against coercive powers.
Sinn Fein would replace CAMHS and extend youth mental health services to age 25Sinn Féin plans to enhance mental health services for youth up to 25, addressing critical gaps in care and support.
Woman suffers head injuries and man detained after Deptford assaultA man was detained under the Mental Health Act after assaulting a woman in Deptford.
Man arrested and another taken to hospital after assault in WandsworthAmbulance crews responded to an assault incident in Wandsworth, leading to one man being taken to the hospital and another arrested under the Mental Health Act.
Woman suffers head injuries and man detained after Deptford assaultA man was detained under the Mental Health Act after assaulting a woman in Deptford.
Man arrested and another taken to hospital after assault in WandsworthAmbulance crews responded to an assault incident in Wandsworth, leading to one man being taken to the hospital and another arrested under the Mental Health Act.
Police launch manhunt after three men abscond from south-west London hospitalPolice searching for man who absconded from hospital in London.
People detained under Mental Health Act dying at three times rate of those in prisonsDetainees under Mental Health Act have three times higher death rate than prisons.