Mental Health Bill 2024: Committee Stage (Resumed)
Seanad Éireann — 2025-12-17
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Frances Black (IND), Industrial and Commercial Panel

I know how hard the Minister of State works in respect of area. This is a welcome provision that provides greater clarity on the rights of children aged 16 or older and ensures greater parity with their physical health and treatment rights. Will the Minister of State provide a little more detail on what the term "due weight" means? I am concerned that it could place an unreasonable burden on clinicians, who would be left to determine whose wishes should ultimately prevail. I just want to get an understanding of what is involved. If the Minister of State could provide a bit more detail, I would really appreciate it.

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Sitting date: 2025-12-17