❓ Question regarding the merger of the Drug and Alcohol Office and the Mental Health Commission, focusing on timelines, cost savings, staffing, and managerial oversight. The response indicates no anticipated cost savings or staff reductions, but aims for better service integration.
AnsweredQoN 872Legislative Council
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I refer to the merger of the Drug and Alcohol Office and the Mental Health Commission, and I ask: (a) when does the Minister anticipate the merger will take place; (b) does the Minister expect the merged entity to provide cost savings to Government; (c) if yes to (b), what is the amount of the anticipated savings; (d) will there be any staff losses as a result of the merger; and (e) has the new Mental Health Commissioner already taken managerial responsibility for the Drug and Alcohol Office?
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Answered
10 April 2014
Responded by
Minister for Mental Health
Response time
29 days
(a) The date of the merger is subject to the passage of legislation through Parliament.
(b) No. However, it is anticipated that the merger will create efficiencies and enable the better integration and delivery of Mental Health and Alcohol and Other Drugs services across Western Australia.
(c) Not applicable.
(d) The intent is for better integration of services. A structure for the amalgamated organisation is still in development, however, it is not anticipated it will result in staff reductions.
(e) No.
(b) No. However, it is anticipated that the merger will create efficiencies and enable the better integration and delivery of Mental Health and Alcohol and Other Drugs services across Western Australia.
(c) Not applicable.
(d) The intent is for better integration of services. A structure for the amalgamated organisation is still in development, however, it is not anticipated it will result in staff reductions.
(e) No.
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