Mr. John D. TaylorTo ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what plans he has to bring Northern Ireland legislation on the compulsory detention of mental patients into line with that in Great Britain following the Brian Doherty case; and if he will make a statement. [28221]
§ Mr. MossThere are no plans at present to amend the Northern Ireland legislation relating to the compulsory detention of mentally disordered people. The Western health and social services board has set up an independent inquiry into the Brian Doherty case and its report will be studied closely to see what action may be necessary to prevent similar recurrences.