MSP defends mental illness comments
News Article 3 October 2003
A member of the Scottish parliament has defended his comments on mentally ill patients after they were roundly criticised by other MSPs.
Watchdog warns on elderly care
Press Review 24 September 2003
Winterton highlights healthcare for women
News Article 22 September 2003
The government is determined to tackle inequality by boosting the level of healthcare offered to women, Rosie Winterton has said.
Mental health services criticised by Tories
News Article 14 August 2003
Mental health services for ethnic minorities in the Capital have been criticised by the Conservatives.
Justice system failing mentally ill, say campaigners
News Article 22 July 2003
The criminal justice system does little to help people with mental health problems, a charity has warned.
Government unveils mental incapacity legislation
News Article 27 June 2003
Carers, close relatives and friends are to be given new powers to take decisions on behalf of those who are mentally impaired, the government said on Friday.
Incapacitated patients gain new rights
Press Review 27 June 2003
Mental illness costs spiral
Press Review 4 June 2003
Employers accused over mentally ill
Press Review 22 May 2003
Mental health care 'failing children'
News Article 10 February 2003
Children with mental health problems are being failed by the NHS, the Liberal Democrats have warned.
Milburn vows to press ahead with mental health reform
Press Review 15 November 2002
Mental health campaigners claim 'victory'
News Article 13 November 2002
The absence of controversial mental health legislation from the Queen's Speech has been hailed as "a triumph for the voice of reason".
Ministers press ahead with NHS reform
News Article 13 November 2002
Controversial plans to establish foundation hospitals are to form the flagship of the government's drive to reform the health service.
Mental health bill under fire again
Press Review 12 November 2002
Bill will make medical staff 'guardians of morality'
News Article 11 November 2002
MPs and peers are concerned that the government's mental health bill may violate the "dignity and autonomy" of patients.
