The latest statistics from NHS Digital, covering data from 2016-17 (page 6), show that people from minority ethnic communities are now four times more likely than white people to be admitted compulsorily to hospital under the Mental Health Act. To read the full article, log in using your SSSFT NHS OpenAthens details. SSOTP - You can request a copy of this article by replying to this email. Please ensure you are clear which article you are requesting.