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The OCO’s observations on the General Scheme of the Mental Health Amendment Bill 2021

The Ombudsman for Children’s Office has expressed serious concerns about the statutory framework provided for under the Mental Health Act 2001 (2001 Act) in respect of children as well as about delays in progressing corresponding legislative reforms in this area. We welcome the publication of the General Scheme of the Mental Health (Amendment) Bill 2021 (2021 General Scheme).

The OCO’s observations on the 2021 General Scheme focus on Part 8, which concerns the admission of children to approved inpatient facilities.