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Mental Welfare Commission
27 January 2016
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We protect and promote the human rights of people with mental health problems,
learning disabilities, dementia and related conditions.
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We protect and promote the human rights of people with mental health problems,
learning disabilities, dementia and related conditions.
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We protect and promote the human rights of people with mental health problems,
learning disabilities, dementia and related conditions.
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Latest News
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NEWS RELEASE- INVESTIGATION INTO THE DEATH OF MS MN
27 January 2016
A vulnerable 44 year old woman with an autistic spectrum diagnosis and complex needs,
took her own life in a care home in Scotland in December 2012.
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New Excellence in Practice Seminars 2016
19 January 2016
Please note that bookings are now being taken for our latest Excellence in Practice
seminars.
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Mental Health - Longer term compulsory treatment in the community
29 December 2015
The Commission today published a report that examines the longer term use of
community-based compulsory treatment orders (CCTOs).
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Hidden Surveillance
2 December 2015
Our latest good practice guidance on the use of hidden surveillance.
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Commission launches new campaign across Scotland
13 November 2015
The Mental Welfare Commission has launched a new campaign to explain the power of
attorney to hospital ward staff, care home staff and GPs across Scotland.
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Annual Report 2014/2015
29 October 2015
The Mental Welfare Commission for Scotland published its annual report for 2014-15
today.
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Principles into Practice Awards Conference 2015
A horse riding club for young people with mental ill health, fitness classes for older
people, and a Gypsy/Travellers carers' project are all winners in the 2015 Awards.
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Advice line
We provide information and advice on rights / welfare in mental health, learning
disability and related conditions. Call 0131 313 8777 or freephone 0800 389
6809 (service users and carers).
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topical issues here.
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Becoming a DMP
If you are a consultant psychiatrist with three years' experience working with the NHS,
you might like to apply to become one of our Designated Medical Practitioners.
Mental Welfare Commission for Scotland
Thistle House, 91 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh, EH12 5HE
Tel: 0131 313 8777 / Fax: 0131 313 8778
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