About the Tribunal

Creation of the Tribunal marks a fundamental change in the way decisions are made in relation to the compulsory care and treatment of patients who have a mental disorder.

The Mental Health Tribunal for Scotland was created on 5th October 2005 as a result of the Mental Health (Care and Treatment) (Scotland) Act 2003. Our headquarters are located in Hamilton and we also have staff who work throughout Scotland. The Tribunal is sponsored by the Scottish Government.

President, Dr Joe Morrow

About MHTS