Question regarding the development status, completion timeline, and public consultation process for the WA Mental Health Services Plan. The answer provides updates on the plan's progress and indicates potential for future public comment.

AnsweredQoN 515Legislative Council
Asked
31 October 2013
Portfolio
Mental Health

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I refer to Budget Paper No. 2, Volume 2 at page 539 "Outcomes, Services and Key Performance Information – Service Summary", line item "Significant Issues impacting the Agency – WA Mental Health Services Plan", and ask: (a) what is the current status of development of the plan; (b) when will the plan be completed; (c) will a draft plan be made released for public comment before being adopted by Government; (d) if no to (c), why not; and (e) if yes to (c), when will it be released?

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Answered
5 December 2013
Responded by
Minister for Mental Health
Response time
35 days
a) Work is currently underway to develop a 10 year Plan for mental health services across Western Australia.
b) A draft copy of the WA Mental Health Services Plan will be provided to the Minister in December 2013, with a final copy to be provided by mid-2014.
c) The draft Plan is being developed with significant consultation and mechanisms for community feedback. The opportunity for additional public comment will be considered in 2014.
d) Not applicable.
e) Not applicable.

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