Restraint Reduction Network

Have you visited the RRN resource library ? All our resource toolkits are available to download free of charge. Visit restraintreductionnetwork.org/resources/ #ReducingRestrictivePractices #BlanketRestrictions #Surveillance #SolitaryConfinement #PsychologicalRestraint #RestraintInequalities

We are delighted that Dr Richard Mills (@richardmills18.bsky.social), Head of Research, Evaluation and Clinical Support at @at-autism.bsky.social will be a keynote speaker at this year's RRN Conference! Make sure you don't miss this year's amazing line-up: restraintreductionnetwork.org/RRNConf

What should happen after restraint? Join us at 12:30pm tomorrow for a webinar exploring the findings of the DRIVE-MH study. This webinar will bring research and lived experience into conversation. Register to attend here: restraintreductionnetwork.org/WebAR #RestraintReduction

Reducing restrictive practices is a challenging journey to undertake alone. We want to come together to make a difference. Joining the RRN is completely free and you can join as an individual, as an organisation. Find out more at www.restraintreductionnetwork.org/membership

Today is World Mental Health Day. This year’s theme is “Lived Experiences Heard: Real Voices, Real Change” Read more about how lived experience is embedded in the six core strategies of restraint reduction championed by the RRN. restraintreductionnetwork.org/six-core-str...

We are delighted that Warda Farah, Co-founder of Rounded, will join us at the RRN Conference for her keynote, Racism, resistance and reimagining communication. Join us in Newcastle or online on 3-4 November: web.cvent.com/event/acaa7c...

Next week, we will be joined by DRIVE-MH for a free webinar. This webinar will bring research and lived experience into conversation to explore what those principles mean in practice. Register to attend on 14 Oct at 12:30pm: restraintreductionnetwork.org/WebAR #RestraintReduction

Last Thursday, the RRN attended 'CLIMB: Cumbria', the Mental Health Leaders Award Celebration event hosted by the @nihr.bsky.social and @cumbriauni.bsky.social. The RRN is part of this project which aims to improve mental health services across Cumbria.

RRN has published new evidence-based, neuro-affirming and legally grounded resources to help schools understand and reduce the use of isolation and seclusion. Download the resources: restraintreductionnetwork.org/SeclusionSch...

There are two weeks to go until the next free RRN webinar. You can register to join us on 14 Oct at 12:30pm: restraintreductionnetwork.org/WebAR DRIVE-MH have identified key principles that help explain what effective post incident responses need to do. #RestraintReduction

RRN stands ready to work with schools, education authorities and government to build approaches rooted in prevention, de-escalation, human rights and relational safety. Read our opinion article on isolation and seclusion in schools: restraintreductionnetwork.org/IsolationSec...

Restraint Reduction Network membership is FREE! The RRN is committed to eliminating the use of unnecessary restrictive practices. Find out more about how you can get involved: restraintreductionnetwork.org/membership/

The RRN is pleased to announce that our next free webinar will be happening on 14 October at 12:30pm. We will be joined by people from the DRIVE-MH study who will be explaining their findings. Register to attend this webinar here: restraintreductionnetwork.org/WebAR #RestraintReduction

RRN is calling on the DfE to strengthen guidance, place restraint and seclusion guidance on a statutory footing, and support schools to replace restrictive practices with relational, rights-based approaches. Read our opinion article here: restraintreductionnetwork.org/IsolationSec...

Workshops now added to the RRN Conference programme! We have a fantastic selection of in-person and virtual workshops sharing practical, evidence-based tools to help transform organisational culture. View the full workshop programme: www.restraintreductionnetwork.org.uk/RRNConf26

We are delighted that William Rae, self-advocate and Depute Chair of C-Change Scotland Board of Trustees, and Dr Sam Smith, Founder and CEO, C-Change Scotland, will join us at this year's RRN Conference. Join us in Newcastle or online on 3-4 November. www.restraintreductionnetwork.org/RRNConf26

Have you visited the RRN resource library ? All our resource toolkits are available to download free of charge. Visit restraintreductionnetwork.org/resources/ #ReducingRestrictivePractices #BlanketRestrictions #Surveillance #SolitaryConfinement #PsychologicalRestraint #RestraintInequalities

The RRN has lots of resources about #RestraintReduction completely FREE to access You can access the Boshier Pregnancy Resources here: restraintreductionnetwork.org/BPR You can view all our free resources here: restraintreductionnetwork.org/resources/

We are delighted that Saba Salman will be speaking at the RRN Conference, 3-4 November. Saba's keynote, 'Double discrimination: why cultural inclusion matters' explores how racism and ableism intersect to affect people’s experiences of care and support. restraintreductionnetwork.org/RRNConf26

Reducing restrictive practices is a challenging journey to undertake alone. We want to come together to make a difference. Joining the RRN is completely free and you can join as an individual, as an organisation. Find out more at www.restraintreductionnetwork.org/membership

The Restraint Reduction Partners Programme offers organisations who are committed to reducing their use of restrictive practices an opportunity to undertake an ongoing development programme focused on culture change and improving practice. Find out more: restraintreductionnetwork.org/consultancy

NICE is consulting on draft guidance to update NG10. Help us shape guidance that better recognises distress, reduces restrictive practice and supports rights-respecting care. Email RRN@bild.org.uk www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ind...

If you're an RRN Individual Member, there's still time to register for RRN CoP Live on Tuesday 8 September at 12:30pm, focusing on post-incident support. Registration details will be sent via email to all RRN Individual Members, and are in the RRN CoP LinkedIn Group.

Restraint Reduction Network membership is FREE! The RRN is committed to eliminating the use of unnecessary restrictive practices. Find out more about how you can get involved: restraintreductionnetwork.org/membership/

We are delighted that Andy Northcott will be a keynote speaker at the RRN Conference 2026 See the full programme and register at: web.cvent.com/event/acaa7c...

If you are an RRN Individual Member, join us for the next RRN CoP Live event on Tuesday 8 September at 12:30pm, focusing on post-incident support. Registration details will be sent via email to all RRN Individual Members, and will also be posted in the RRN CoP LinkedIn Group.

Have you visited the RRN resource library ? All our resource toolkits are available to download free of charge. Visit restraintreductionnetwork.org/resources/ #ReducingRestrictivePractices #BlanketRestrictions #Surveillance #SolitaryConfinement #PsychologicalRestraint #RestraintInequalities

The Restraint Reduction Network (RRN) is an international network of organisations and individuals committed to eliminating the misuse of restrictive practices across health, social care and education. Find out more about the RRN: restraintreductionnetwork.org/

Reducing restrictive practices is a challenging journey to undertake alone. We want to come together to make a difference. Joining the RRN is completely free and you can join as an individual, as an organisation. Find out more at www.restraintreductionnetwork.org/membership

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

Our webinar exploring the RRN's resources to help organisations implement Seni's Law is happening tomorrow at 12:30pm. Register to attend here: restraintreductionnetwork.org/ISLWeb #RestraintReduction #SenisLaw

We are thrilled to announce that TEDx speaker and author of ‘Diagnosis: Human’, @ellychapple.bsky.social, will be joining us as a keynote speaker at the RRN Conference 2026, 'Beyond the hold: restraint reduction through trauma informed systems! Register today: web.cvent.com/event/acaa7c...

There's one week to go until our free webinar on implementing Seni's Law (Use of Force Act, 2018). This webinar will support organisations to meet the requirements of Seni's law. Register to join us at 12:30pm on 29 July: restraintreductionnetwork.org/ISLWeb #RestraintReduction #SenisLaw

The keynote speaker programme for this year’s Restraint Reduction Network Conference, Beyond the hold: restraint reduction through trauma informed systems, is now live! Explore the programme and join us on 3-4 November in Newcastle: restraintreductionnetwork.org/RRNConf26Pro

The next free RRN webinar will focus on how our resources can help organisations to implement Seni's Law (Use of Force Act, 2018) Register to join us at 12:30pm on 29 July: restraintreductionnetwork.org/ISLWeb #RestraintReduction #SenisLaw

Have you booked your place for this year's RRN Conference, taking place 3-4 November in Newcastle? If you're an RRN Member, don't forget you can take advantage of an exclusive early bird discount on ticket prices until next Friday 17 July! restraintreductionnetwork.org/RRNConf26

Have you visited the RRN resource library ? All our resource toolkits are available to download free of charge. Visit restraintreductionnetwork.org/resources/ #ReducingRestrictivePractices #BlanketRestrictions #Surveillance #SolitaryConfinement #PsychologicalRestraint #RestraintInequalities

The next free RRN webinar will be focused on implementing Seni's Law, and will be taking place at 12:30pm on 29 July. This webinar will support organisations to meet the requirements of Seni's law. Register to attend: restraintreductionnetwork.org/ISLWeb #RestraintReduction #SenisLaw

The RRN has developed a set of resources on building rewarding lives in the community, including a Least restrictive staffing explainer and video. Explore the new resources here: restraintreductionnetwork.org/resource/bui...

The RRN is deeply concerned by the findings of a long-running public inquiry into the historic abuse of patients at Muckamore Abbey Hospital, County Antrim, published yesterday. RRN's response in full: restraintreductionnetwork.org/rrn-responds...

The RRN Senior Leaders Programme is designed for senior managers and leaders who want to embed the Six Core Strategies of restraint reduction across their organisation. Find out more: restraintreductionnetwork.org/consultancy/

We are pleased to announce that the next free RRN webinar will be taking place on 29 July at 12:30pm and will be focusing on implementing Seni's Law. Register to attend here: restraintreductionnetwork.org/ISLWeb #RestraintReduction #SenisLaw

Registration is open for the RRN Conference, taking place on 3-4 November in Newcastle and online! The conference will focus on closing the gap between high-level restraint reduction guidelines and the reality of distress. Book your place: restraintreductionnetwork.org/RRNConf26

The RRN is pleased to have developed a suite of resources aimed at delivering rights respecting support for pregnant autistic people. These resources were made possible thanks to funding from the Boshier Grant Scheme. You can download the resources at restraintreductionnetwork.org/BPR

Joining the Restraint Reduction Network is completely free and you can join as an individual, as an organisation, or both. Find out more at restraintreductionnetwork.org/membership/

RRN is delighted to be attending and exhibiting at the Children in Scotland Annual Conference in Glasgow, 27-28 May, bringing people together around GIRFEC – Getting it Right for Every Child. If you're attending, come and meet us at our stand! Find out more: bit.ly/cisac26 #CiSAC26

Restraint Reduction Network membership is FREE! Our members work to influence and improve practice through their commitment to reducing restrictive practices. Membership is open to everyone who shares this commitment. Find out more: restraintreductionnetwork.org/membership/

Have you visited the Restraint Reduction Network resource library? All our resource toolkits are available to read and download free of charge, alongside helpful resources created by other organisations. Visit restraintreductionnetwork.org/resources/

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/

The Restraint Reduction Network Conference 2026, Beyond the hold: restraint reduction through trauma informed systems, takes place at the Crowne Plaza Newcastle on 3-4 November! Look out for more information about the conference and how to book your place in the coming weeks.