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We are pleased to see that the Government has committed to monitoring the number of...
Recommendation
We are pleased to see that the Government has committed to monitoring the number of autistic people and people with learning disabilities who are detained under the Mental Capacity Act. The Government should report these numbers to Parliament within a year of the relevant clauses 53 of the Bill coming into force, and stick to their commitment to take action if they indicate that the Mental Capacity Act is being used inappropriately. (Recommendation, Paragraph 51)
Government Response
A response document is linked to this report, dated 11 July 2025. Response attribution to this recommendation has not been verified. Read the response document.
Source
Committee
Human Rights (Joint Committee)
Inquiry
Mental Health Bill
Report
3rd Report - Legislative Scrutiny: Mental Health Bill
19 May 2025
HC 601
Addressee Bodies
Ministry of Justice
Timeline
Recommendation age
1.3 yr
Report published
19 May 2025