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Published: 18 September 2023

Mental Health and Policing - A Public Briefing

Report Summary

A Public Briefing explaining the issues surrounding mental health and policing. This Briefing provides details about the Scottish context along with work being conducted in this area. Published in May 2023.

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HMICS Inspections

His Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary in Scotland (HMICS) is currently reviewing how the police service in Scotland is dealing with mental health demand, whether through effective response to calls for service via 999 and 101, or in providing safe and supportive environments in police custody as well as undertaking a review of police officer and staff wellbeing.


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