Publication - Consultation analysis
Mental Health (Care and Treatment) (Scotland) Act 2003 Remedial Order 2026: consultation analysis and SG response - easy read version
Easy read version of the consultation analysis report and Scottish Government response on extending the ability to specify recorded matters under the Mental Health (Care and Treatment) (Scotland) Act 2003 to patients subject to forensic mental health orders.
Main points
- People think equal treatment of civil and forensic patients is good. They think change is needed because of human rights and fairness.
- They question if recorded matters can give practical change. People warned that recorded matters will be limited if services cannot meet needs.
- People say that a lot of extra work will be needed. This will be added to services already finding it hard to cope.
- People asked for clear, practical guidance and information. These should explain:
- what recorded matters are
- who can apply
- what evidence might be helpful
- what happens next
- how these work with other parts of patient care
- Some people asked for checks after the start date to see if things are working like they should.
