Oireachtas Joint and Select Committees

Tuesday, 6 December 2022

Joint Committee On Health

People Detained in Secure Forensic Mental Health Facilities: Discussion

Photo of Frances BlackFrances Black (Independent)
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As no other witnesses wish to respond, I will put a few questions. First, I thank them for their phenomenal work on human rights and for being a voice for the people concerned. It is quite moving that they are giving a voice to those who have none. I thank them sincerely for that.

What legal aid provision are CMH residents entitled to and how does it compare with what is available to people in prison, who can avail of the custody issues scheme?