PHE report on Covid-19 related deaths of people with learning disabilities
Public Health England have published a report (12th November 2020).
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Review of Do Not Resuscitate decisions during Covid-19
CQC are conducting a national review into the use of Do Not Resuscitate orders during Covid-19, with a focus on people with learning disabilities and autism and older people.
File on 4 – Transforming Care?
Radio 4 File on 4 looked at Transforming Care, revisiting Bethany’s story which they first covered in 2018.
CQC publishes Out of sight – who cares? report
CQC commissioned to review use of restraint, seclusion and segregation for autistic people, and people with a learning disability and/or mental health condition.
Government publish their response to JCHR reports and recommendations
The government response shows a lack of commitment to concrete actions.
NHS Digital data shows high levels of restrictive practices being used in inpatient units
Mencap and the Challenging Behaviour Foundation sound the alarm bell over continuing shocking levels of restrictive practices being used against people with a learning disability and/or autism in inpatient units.
NHS Digital data shows the number of children and adults with learning disabilities in inpatient units remain high
“Data published today by NHS Digital shows that far too many children, young people and adults remain in inpatient units where they are at risk of restrictive interventions."
Another scandal in a Cygnet service
Another scandal in a Cygnet service means more individuals suffering abuse in services where they should be supported and cared for.