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Guardianship under the Mental Health Act, 1983

Dataset

Summary

Reference Code:
DAPB2158 Amd 47/2026
Type:
Collections
Applies To:
Healthcare services : Hospital services for people with mental health needs, and/or learning disabilities, and/or problems with substance misuse
Care Settings:
Social care
Publication Date:
21 October 2021

Contact Point

Documentation

Description:
This publication contains information on the use of Guardianship orders under Sections 7 and 37 of the Mental Health Act 1983. The data is collected directly from councils in England, also known as ‘local authorities’ in this publication. Local authorities usually assume the role of the guardian.

Review & Status

Approval Date:
14 July 2026
Technical Committee:
Data Assurance Board (DAB)
Mandated:
Yes
Status:
active