Written Question·Department of Health and Social Care·UIN 7619
Compulsorily Detained Psychiatric Patients
Tabled: 7 October 2024
Answered: 14 October 2024
Named DayQuestion
Sir Ashley Fox
Conservative — Bridgwater
To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what steps his Department is taking to support (a) local authorities and (b) integrated care boards to meet the requirements of Section 117 of the Mental Health Act 1983.
Answer
Stephen KinnockIt is important that eligible individuals receive the aftercare they are entitled to under section 117 of the Mental Health Act 1983, in order for them to stay well and to prevent readmission or detention.The Discharge from Mental Health Inpatient Setting...
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