Question 1

What does the Mental Health (Capacity to Consent to Treatment) Bill 2021 do?

Accepted Answer

Amends Mental Health Act 2001 to allow minors aged 16+ to legally consent to mental health treatment if they have mental capacity. Defines mental capacity as ability to understand information, retain it, weigh treatment options, and communicate a decision about their own care. Recognizes 16+ year-olds as capable decision-makers with ownership over their mental health treatment choices.

Question 2

What stage is the Mental Health (Capacity to Consent to Treatment) Bill 2021 at?

Accepted Answer

As of 11 Sep 2024, the Mental Health (Capacity to Consent to Treatment) Bill 2021 is at First Stage in 33rd Dáil. Once a bill passes every stage in both Houses of the Oireachtas and is signed by the President, it becomes law.

Question 3

Who introduced the Mental Health (Capacity to Consent to Treatment) Bill 2021?

Accepted Answer

The Mental Health (Capacity to Consent to Treatment) Bill 2021 was sponsored by Mark Ward, and was introduced on 23 Jun 2021.

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