Press Release
Statement from United Response on the mental health bill
Responding to the government's announcement on the mental health bill today, Chief Executive of United Response, Su Sayer said:
"We welcome the government’s decision today to publish a bill to amend the 1983 act. But we continue to believe that everyone with a mental health need has a right to early intervention and assessment .
“Early intervention plays a crucial role in providing people with the support they need and want.
“It is essential that where possible, people are supported to speak out and exercise choice about the types of support that suit them best.
"We are pleased that in today’s bill the government has recognised that people with learning disabilities have their own individual needs."
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