HC Deb 26 October 1984 vol 65 c761W
Dr. Godman

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland how many approved mental health officers have been designated since the implementation of the Mental Health Act (Scotland) 1983.

Mr. John MacKay

Consultations are continuing on the formal directions concerning the appointment of mental health officers by local authorities which my right hon. Friend is planning to issue under section 9 of the Mental Health (Scotland) Act 1984 before the end of the year. Information about the number of mental health officers is not available centrally.