Mark Ward (Dublin Mid West, Sinn Fein) | Oireachtas source

I thank Ms Keane. My second question is also in regard to resources. Part 3 of the heads of Bill provides for changes to the Mental Health Commission. The commission is referenced in numerous heads and section notes. Throughout the heads of Bill, the commission is set as the body charged with producing codes of practice, rules, regulations, reports, etc. How is the commission preparing for this increased workload prior to the enactment and commencement of this legislation? In advance of the roll-out of enhanced services, what preparatory work has been undertaken to date by the commission? Is the commission liaising with the Department of Health in regard to the increased resources required?