Oireachtas Joint and Select Committees

Tuesday, 30 November 2021

Joint Committee On Health

General Scheme of the Mental Health (Amendment) Bill 2021: Discussion (Resumed)

Photo of Gino KennyGino Kenny (Dublin Mid West, People Before Profit Alliance) | Oireachtas source

My final question is on restrictive practices and restraint. Obviously, this is also a very complex area and we are all advocating for, as Ms Coyle said in her statement, a zero restraint and zero seclusion policy. However, in certain circumstances, it may be appropriate - I emphasise "it may be" - not only for the health of the person but also the health of the staff and other patients. What kind of restraint is being used in mental healthcare in Ireland that would be concerning, particularly in respect of children?

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