UK Police Change Response to Mental Health Calls
Under a new approach, 999 calls will be triaged before a response is decided. Police will still attend if there is any risk of harm or to life, or if a crime is involved.
Context
Context: Police in the UK are often sent to mental health emergencies that health services may be better placed to handle. The change aims to make sure the right responders reach people in crisis.
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