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The New Mental Health Act: A guide to the role of the mental health officer - Information for service users and their carers

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3 What is a mental health officer?

An MHO is a specially trained social worker who has the training, education, experience and skills to work with people with a mental disorder. MHOs work for the local authorities who have legal duties under the Act.

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