Giving Evidence at a Mental Health Tribunal by Toyin Okitikpi... - 9781041064664

Giving Evidence at a Mental Health TribunalA Professionals Handbook\nAuthor(s): Toyin Okitikpi, Herbert Mwebe, Helen Rees\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9781041064664, 978-1041064664\nSynopsis\nThis practical and accessibly written guide introduces what practitioners need to know about Mental Health Tribunals, covering the status of the tribunal, its processes, and the evidence that is required from witnesses. Members of the multidisciplinary team in mental healthcare may have a legal duty to provide oral and written evidence at First-Tier Tribunals (mental health). The tribunal acts as a key safeguard in the provision of mental health care under the Mental Health Act [tel]as amended 2007) and it is important that all clinicians contributing evidence understand their role and responsibilities. Helping readers to understand what is required of them as witnesses, and to appreciate the extent of the tribunals powers, .