Member

As my noble friend Lord Bradley, supported by the noble Lord, Lord Kamall, referred to, in the six weeks since we last debated this issue in Committee, there have indeed been key shifts to the wider context in which we are working. First, as has been acknowledged, there has been the appointment of the first Chief Inspector of Mental Health, Dr Chopra. I am very glad to hear the welcome in the Chamber for the establishment of a new post and the appointment. This is a very significant milestone that will improve the voice of mental health in-patients and help to see that their rights are better upheld.