We are delighted to announce that the workshop programme for this year's Restraint Reduction Network Conference is now live! View in-person and online workshops here and book your place to join us in Liverpool or online on 13-14 November: www.restraintreductionnetwork.org/RRNConf25Pro

Post-incident debriefing helps people to recover and learn from a crisis, reducing restrictive practices. Our free Post-Incident Debriefing and Support Toolkit aims to promote rights respected care by increasing and improving support. 👉 restraintreductionnetwork.org/debrief

The RRN has lots of resources about #RestraintReduction completely FREE to access Our webinar 'Reducing the use of Blanket Restrictions' is available to watch on demand: bit.ly/RRNBlResWeb You can view all our free resources here: restraintreductionnetwork.org/resources/

We are delighted to share that Gambinga Gambinga, Equity Officer (Race and Mental Health) at Sheffield African Caribbean Mental Health Association, will be speaking at the RRN Conference in November. Join us in Liverpool or online. Book your place now: www.restraintreductionnetwork.org/RRNConf25

Sarah Leitch from RRN spoke at last week's Civitas Conference about the charity's mission, effects of restrictive practices, and the importance of relational working in reducing restraint. She also updated on the upcoming second edition of RRN Training Standards. Thanks to Civitas for having us!

RRN members can access discounts in events and training, including discounts on our annual conference. Find out more about how you can be part of a global community dedicated to reducing restrictive practice: restraintreductionnetwork.org/membership/

Julie Sheldon, Associate Tutor on the RRN’s Diploma Practice Leadership in Trauma Informed Practice shares her reflections on the course and the importance of trauma informed working: www.restraintreductionnetwork.org/tip-associat... Apply for the next cohort by 2 October.

We are delighted to announce that Daniel Johnson MSP will be speaking at the Restraint Reduction Network Conference. Join us in Liverpool or online this November to hear from Daniel and many more fantastic speakers. Book your place today: www.restraintreductionnetwork.org/RRNConf25

The keynote speaker programme for the RRN Conference 2025 is now live! Join us in Liverpool or online on 13-14 November to explore what’s possible when we come together and work towards meaningful change. See the programme and book today: www.restraintreductionnetwork.org/RRNConf25Pro

Applications for the next cohort of our Certificate and Diploma level qualifications in Reducing Restrictive Practices close on Monday 15 September! For more information on both qualifications and how to apply, visit www.restraintreductionnetwork.org/qualificatio

Our latest free webinar on shaping Version 2 of the RRN Training Standards is just days away! Join us this Friday 5 September, 1-2pm, for an update on the current draft and opportunity for discussion around key issues and next steps. Register: restraintreductionnetwork.org/RRNTSUpdate

What if we could focus on connection, not crisis? Listen to Alexis speak about this year’s RRN Conference, and the possibility of support that's proactive, effective, compassionate and restraint-free. Join us on 13-14 November in Liverpool and online: restraintreductionnetwork.org/RRNConf25

Less than two weeks until our latest free webinar on shaping Version 2 of the RRN Training Standards! Join us Friday 5 September, 1-2pm, for an update on the current draft and opportunity for discussion around key issues and next steps. Register: restraintreductionnetwork.org/RRNTSUpdate

Join us in Liverpool or online this November to discover how our six core strategies to eliminate the unnecessary use of restraint can help us to pave the way towards a restraint-free future. Find out more and register today: restraintreductionnetwork.org/RRNConf25 #RRNConf25

Today the RRN and organisations promoting children's rights across Scotland are urging political parties to commit to protecting children from unregulated restraint and seclusion in schools. Read the full briefing: restraintreductionnetwork.org/wp-content/u...

The RRN has lots of resources about #RestraintReduction completely FREE to access. View all our free resources: restraintreductionnetwork.org/resources/

Applications are open for the Autumn cohort of our BTEC Level 4 Certificate and Level 5 Diploma qualifications in Reducing Restrictive Practices, starting in October 2025. Find out more and apply by 15 September here: restraintreductionnetwork.org/qualificatio...

On Friday 5 September 1-2pm is the latest in our series of webinars to shape Version 2 of the RRN Training Standards. The webinar will provide an update on the current draft and an opportunity for discussion around key issues and next steps. Register: restraintreductionnetwork.org/RRNTSUpdate

We are delighted to announce Dr Nutmeg Hallett will be speaking at this year's RRN Conference on 13-14 November! Book your place today and join us in Liverpool or online to hear from Nutmeg and many more fantastic speakers : www.restraintreductionnetwork.org/RRNConf25

RRN members can access discounts on events and training, including discounts on our annual conference. Find out more about how you can be part of a global community dedicated to reducing restrictive practice: restraintreductionnetwork.org/membership/

Have you signed up to our mailing list? Keep up to date with the latest news and resources from the RRN by signing up here: restraintreductionnetwork.org/RRNMail

The British Institute of Human Rights is re-running its training course for senior mental health staff in Autumn, ‘Embedding Human Rights Legal Duties in Mental Health Inpatient Care’: www.bihr.org.uk/human-rights...

🎉We’re thrilled to announce @stephenunwin.bsky.social, author of ‘Beautiful Lives’, as a keynote speaker at the RRN Conference 2025! Don’t miss out! Join us in Liverpool or online on 13-14 November by booking your place today: restraintreductionnetwork.org/RRNConf25 #RRNConf25 #StephenUnwin

The RRN has lots of resources about #RestraintReduction completely FREE to access Our ‘How I should be cared for in a mental health hospital’ toolkit is available for download for all: bit.ly/RRNCareTK You can view all our free resources here: bit.ly/RRNRest

This week @itvnews.bsky.social news reported on Josh, a young autistic man who also has a learning disability held in secure hospitals for the past 4 years after being detained under the Mental Health Act. Read the RNN response: restraintreductionnetwork.org/RRNResponseITV

Restraint Reduction Network membership is FREE! Our members get access to great benefits, including discounts on events and training, webinar recordings right to your inbox and updates on the most important news in #RestraintReduction Find out more: restraintreductionnetwork.org/membership/

We are excited to announce @universityofleeds.bsky.social’ Prof John Baker and Bethany Griffin as keynote speakers for this year’s RRN Conference! Join us in Liverpool or online on 13-14 November to hear from John, Bethany and many more fantastic speakers: restraintreductionnetwork.org/RRNConf25

The RRN recently spoke at @nursingstandard.bsky.social event ‘Restraint: Improving nursing practice with a human rights approach’, speaking on the impact and development of the RRN Training Standards. We're delighted to share our work with nursing colleagues as we move practice forward together.

Have you signed up to our mailing list? Keep up to date with the latest news and resources from the RRN by signing up here: restraintreductionnetwork.org/RRNMail

Coming together as a community is such a valuable part of the RRN Conference! Here, Leanne Gelder, Head of Quality Transformation at @england.nhs.uk‬ shares what she finds most important about building those connections at the conference.@ #RRNConf25 #RestraintReduction

Are you a social care practitioner working directly with people affected by trauma? Applications are open for our Level 4 Certificate and Level 5 Diploma qualifications in Trauma Informed Practice, starting 3 November 2025. Find out more: www.restraintreductionnetwork.org/qualificatio

RRN members can access discounts in events and training, including discounts on our annual conference Find out more about how you can be part of a global community dedicated to reducing restrictive practice: bit.ly/RRNMembershi

We are thrilled to share that RRN Manager Alexis Quinn's impactful book, Autistic and Expecting: Practical support for parents to be, and health and social care practitioners, has been listed on The Reading Agency’s Reading Well for Families 2025 list! readingagency.org.uk/books/239116

The RRN has lots of resources about #RestraintReduction completely FREE to access Our webinar 'Reducing the use of Blanket Restrictions' is available to watch on demand: www.restraintreductionnetwork.org/BlResWeb More resources here: restraintreductionnetwork.org/resources/

Applications are open for the Autumn cohort of our BTEC Level 4 Certificate and Level 5 Diploma qualifications in Reducing Restrictive Practices, starting in October 2025. Find out more and apply by 15 September here: restraintreductionnetwork.org/qualificatio...

RRN membership is about committing to #RestraintReduction Our members make a pledge to reduce the use of restrictive practices. No matter your experience or sector, anyone and everyone can join the movement. Find out more about RRN membership today: bit.ly/RRNMembershi

Join us in Liverpool and online on 13-14 November 2025 for the Restraint Reduction Network Conference 2025, 'The art of the possible: paving the way towards a restraint-free future'. Find out more about the conference and how to book your place here: www.restraintreductionnetwork.org/RRNConf25

Have you signed up to our mailing list? Keep up to date with the latest news and resources from the RRN by signing up here: restraintreductionnetwork.org/RRNMail

Applications for the next cohort of our BTEC Diploma Practice Leadership in the HOPE(S) Model of Care to Reduce Long-term Segregation, starting in September, are now open. Find out more and apply by 19 August: restraintreductionnetwork.org/diploma-hope...

RRN's Alexis Quinn is featured in the latest issue of Mental Health Nursing magazine, reflecting on her experiences of being detained in inpatient settings and opportunities for positive change in mental health care. Latest issue here: pocketmags.com/mental-healt...

Surveillance is a restrictive practice and can infringe on a person’s right to privacy. The RRN and British Institute of Human Rights have produced resources to support a rights-based approach to the use of surveillance. View the resources here: restraintreductionnetwork.org/surveillance

🎉Booking now open for the RRN Conference 2025! Join us in Liverpool and online 13-14 November as we navigate 'The art of the possible: paving the way towards a restraint free future'. Exclusive early bird discount for RRN Members! Book your place: restraintreductionnetwork.org/RRNConf25...

RRN Trustees Aji Lewis and @ellychapple.bsky.social attended Tuesday’s King’s Garden Party, joined by representatives from our partner charities. We were delighted to have RRN represented at the event, which recognises people and organisations doing good work in their communities.

Restraint Reduction Network membership is FREE! Our members get access to great benefits, including discounts on events and training, webinar recordings right to your inbox and updates on the most important news in #RestraintReduction Find out more: bit.ly/RRNMembershi...

Have you signed up to our mailing list? Keep up to date with the latest news and resources from the RRN by signing up here: restraintreductionnetwork.org/RRNMail...

Blanket rules can be unfair and cause trauma. The RRN Blanket Restrictions Toolkit includes stories, guidance and other resources to ensure rights respected care by reducing reliance on blanket restrictions. restraintreductionnetwork.org/resource/rrn-blanket-restrict...

RRN membership is about committing to #RestraintReduction Our members make a pledge to reduce the use of restrictive practices. No matter your experience or sector, anyone and everyone can join the movement. Find out more about RRN membership today: bit.ly/RRNMembership

Are you an aspiring practice leader looking to embed trauma-informed working in your team? Rachele, a learner on our Trauma Informed Practice Diploma, shares her thoughts on the programme and how it is helping to shape her practice. restraintreductionnetwork.org/tip-learner/

Have you signed up to our mailing list? Keep up to date with the latest news and resources from the RRN by signing up here: restraintreductionnetwork.org/RRNMail

RRN members can access discounts in events and training, including discounts on our annual conference Find out more about how you can be part of a global community dedicated to reducing restrictive practice: restraintreductionnetwork.org/membership/