Mental Health Bill [HL]

Part of the debate – in the House of Lords at 5:30 pm on 17 January 2007.

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Photo of Baroness Gardner of Parkes Baroness Gardner of Parkes Conservative 5:30, 17 January 2007

I thank the Minister for those comments. They will be very valuable to the people concerned, who were worried that they would not be seen to be independent. It is quite clear that the employer is the local authority, which carries the ultimate responsibility. I should mention that the noble Baroness, Lady Howarth, said I could quote her. She has been very helpful in discussing this issue.

The fact that those comments will now be on record in Hansard will in itself be valuable. It may be that the matter does not need to be pursued further. But that remains to be seen. I beg leave to withdraw the amendment.