Ms Freeman told RTÉ’s Morning Ireland that the lack of accountability within the HSE was a major concern. “We don’t know how the HSE is spending money.”There are two parts to the HSE, she said. She quoted a concerned HSE worker who spoke of “tier after tier of managers”. Another recommendation in the report is that 16 and 17 year olds can access mental health services without parental consent. Senator Freeman explained that people in this age group can already access GP care without parental consent and said it should be the same for mental health services as in some circumstances difficulties at home could be factors.

Source: The Irish Times April 26, 2018 06:45 UTC