Michael Noonan
Ceist:130 Mr. Noonan asked the Minister for Health and Children when the mental health Bill will be published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25068/98]
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130 Mr. Noonan asked the Minister for Health and Children when the mental health Bill will be published; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [25068/98]
A new mental health Bill is currently being prepared with the assistance of the Office of the Attorney General and is at an advanced stage. I intend to introduce the proposed new mental health legislation to both Houses of the Oireachtas at the earliest possible date.