One in Three Inpatients Suffer Threatening Behaviour

A new study carried out in England by the Healthcare Commission and the Royal College of Psychiatrists has shown that up to one in three inpatient service users have experienced violent or threatening behaviour while in care…

Will New Benefits System be Fair on Mental Illness?

It’s official – the Incapacity Benefits system is about to be overhauled. In the Queen’s Speech last week it was announced that a Bill will be introduced to establish a new Incapacity Benefits system – a system that will “facilitate a return to employment, while offering long-term support for those unable to work”.

Health Minister Publishes New Patient Experience Standards

This week Health Minister Dr Brian Gibbons has outlined how, from 1 June, new standards will be expected of the NHS in Wales. The 32 standards, which cover aspects from quality of treatment to reduction of healthcare associated infections, aim to ensure a consistent level of care across the country…