Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS)
The Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) were introduced into the Mental Capacity Act 2005, by the Mental Health Act 2007 and came into force on 1st April 2009. This legislation provides a framework to ensure that deprivation of liberty happens, only under very specific conditions and only when it is in someone's best interests.
Mental Health Support Line
The Mental Health Support Line provides telephone based support and information to people aged 18 and over who experience mental health problems, at the time they most need that help. The line is also available to carers and supporters
Mental Capacity Act 2005
The Mental Capacity Act concerns people who lack mental capacity and those who take decisions on their behalf
