An introduction to the Restricted Patient System
This guidance informs stakeholders about upcoming introductions to the Restricted Patient System.
The Mental Health Casework Section (MHCS) runs 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.
The presenter will aim to give you a greater understanding of MHCS responsibilities alongside particular sections of the act:
An introduction to the Restricted Patient System
Added link to register for the next introduction session. Taking place 5 November 2026, 11am to 12:30pm.
Registration details for 11 August 2026 introduction session added.
Registration added for a 13 Jan 2026 online session: 'Applying to the MoJ for a supervised discharge'.
Registration updated for the next session.
Added link to register for the next session on 25 November 2025.
Updated with August 2025 session registration information.
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