Local visit reports show why the Commission’s work matters
Publication date: 18 Sep, 2024
The Mental Welfare Commission today published 12 new reports following visits to mental health and learning disability services in Scotland.
Every year the Commission visits around 150 wards and units for people with mental ill health, learning disability, dementia or related conditions in Scotland. From this year, these visits have been extended to community mental health teams.
During the visits Commission visitors talk to patients, relatives and staff, and examine records. A report is published after each visit. The Commission expects a response to each of its recommendations within three months of the reports being published.
Today’s reports highlight positive findings, aspects of care and treatment where we think the service could do better, and making recommendations for change where necessary.
Claire Lamza, executive director (nursing), Mental Welfare Commission, said:
“This month’s visits reflect our work in addressing the areas where change needs to happen. Without our visits, identifying these opportunities may not be realised.
"But it must be emphasised that our role is collaborative. We work with the services we visit, helping staff identify improvements, and also in recognising examples of good practice that can be shared. Ultimately, the role of the Commission is to use this shared knowledge and our experience to benefit all individuals receiving care.”
The reports are for: