Overhaul of Camhs includes independent regulation and ‘person-centric’ approach

Overhaul of Camhs includes independent regulation and ‘person-centric’ approach

Community mental health centres, including Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (Camhs), will have an independent regulator for the first time, under proposed legislation to be put before Cabinet this week. Under the Mental Health Act 2001, the Mental Health Commission registers, inspects and regulates all inpatient mental health services. However, the 2001 Act makes … Read more