Review police powers under section 136 of Mental Health Act

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closedMinistry of JusticeOpened 15 December 2025Closed 15 June 2026

Background

I would like to see the police have more power to help those in crisis in their own homes. Without a warrant, they can only enforce a section 136 if it happens in public.

Additional details

I believe this could help save the lives of people in a mental health crisis.

Where it’s popular

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Source: UK Government & Parliament Petitions service. Petition ID: 745720.