Consultation display

On 2 February 2024, James Evans MS launched a consultation on his proposal for a Mental Health Standards of Care (Wales) Bill, inviting people to give their views on the policy objectives of the proposed law. The consultation is scheduled to close on 22 March 2024.

The purpose of the Mental Health Standards of Care (Wales) Bill is to replace outdated mental health legislation; improve the delivery of mental health plans for Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services and adult services in Wales; improve the accountability of Welsh public sector organisations; help to establish parity between the treatment of physical and mental health; and help to reduce mental health stigma in Wales.

The reforms proposed in the Bill will ensure that patients are more empowered, have more choice and influence over their treatment and receive the dignity and respect they deserve. The measures proposed within the Bill will also strengthen the patient voice.

This consultation now seeks views on the draft Bill and on the policy objectives contained within it.

Supporting documents

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>>>Consultation letter (PDF 496kb)

>>>Consultation document (PDF 50kb)

>>>Response form (DocX 25kb)

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Providing Written Evidence

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