Mr. Stephen Mulvany:

-----we were often castigated for not apologising. Apology is important. Acknowledging where we have failed is important. The MHC report is very clear. Many children and families are getting an excellent service and the staff, despite the shortages in staff, are also being innovative in how they provide that service. Yes, we have failed some families individually.

A review is ongoing of the CAMHS operational guidance, which is a national review. A review is nearly completed, if not completed, on prescribing practice and there is one other externally researched review. All these things are under way to determine what more we can learn from the service.