HC Deb 03 July 1996 vol 280 c442W
Mr. Cann

To ask the Secretary of State for Health what action he has taken to review the Mental Health Act 1983, with particular reference to the mental health review tribunal system. [34598]

Mr. Bowis

None where the Act is concerned.

Mr. Cann

To ask the Secretary of State for Health what action he has taken since March to inform mental health review tribunal members of the clinical outcomes for patients following discharge decisions. [34625]

Mr. Bowis

Mental health review tribunal regional chairmen monitor decisions made by tribunals in their regions and always review those where a serious offence has taken place shortly after discharge by a tribunal. In-depth research is shortly to commence into decision making and outcomes of tribunals.

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