Our analysis reveals huge regional variation in the numbers of people detained under the Mental Health Act. In some areas almost three times more people are subject to the Act than the national average. Check out our interactive map to find out more.

We are encouraging people with experience of the Act to meet with their MP to discuss this and highlight what needs to change. If this is something you're interested in, we are here to help you do this.

Rethink Mental Illness has been campaigning to improve the Mental Health Act since the 1980s. Read our blog about the work we have done so far and what we still need to do.