The Bill, which was passed by Parliament on 4 July, stipulates childrenshould be treated in an environment that is "geared to meet theirneeds". It also requires specialists in child mental health to beconsulted when determining an age-appropriate environment. Primary caretrusts will be obliged to provide such an environment and children'scases will be automatically referred to a tribunal after a year.
Kathryn Pugh, head of policy at the charity YoungMinds, said: "The Billacknowledges that children have different needs and it sends a signal toprimary care trusts that it is necessary to consider the needs of thechild. We're delighted that the Bill recognises the need for children tobe treated in an age-appropriate environment."
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