John Gormley
Ceist:132 Mr. Gormley asked the Minister for Health and Children the proposals, if any, he has to reform the law in relation to mental health; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27159/98]
Vol. 498 No. 3
132 Mr. Gormley asked the Minister for Health and Children the proposals, if any, he has to reform the law in relation to mental health; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [27159/98]
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.