Policy implementation in Wales: current implications for Welsh people with learning disabilities and complex mental health needs including challenging behaviour

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Title:	Policy implementation in Wales: current implications for Welsh people with learning disabilities and complex mental health needs including challenging behaviour
Author(s):	Helen Matthews, (Pembrokeshire and Derwen NHS Trust)
Citation:	Helen Matthews, (2007) "Policy implementation in Wales: current implications for Welsh people with learning disabilities and complex mental health needs including challenging behaviour", Advances in Mental Health and Learning Disabilities, Vol. 1 Iss: 1, pp.37 - 41
Keywords:	Complex commissioning, Intellectual disabilities, Learning disabilities, Mental health needs, New initiatives, Services in Wales
Article type:	General review
DOI:	10.1108/17530180200700009 (Permanent URL)
Publisher:	Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Abstract:	An overview of the mechanisms for policy implementation in Wales to better meet the mental health needs of people with learning disabilities is given. Commissioning of health services within Wales is at two levels. The complex relationships between commissioners, planners and service providers are described. Reviews of mental health services and secure services are due in 2007. Both include services for people with learning disabilities. The input of the Learning Disability Implementation Advisory Group into initiatives is outlined.