BASW
The AMHP Leads Network, representing the Approved Mental Health Professionals of England and Wales has criticised the change, a position supported by the British Association of Social Workers. AMHP Leads Network Co-Chair Kirsten Bingham expressed grave concerns:
‘The proposal is deeply troubling and will have disastrous unintended consequences for both individuals in crisis and those responding to mental health emergencies. As the key decision maker under the Mental Health Act 1983, we strongly urge the House of Commons, to reject this amendment.