Prisons psychiatrist says NSW Corrections failing mentally ill inmates

Kerri Eagle, a leading forensic psychiatrist, argues that Corrections NSW should not manage mental health issues for mentally ill inmates. Dr Eagle suggests that Corrections should be the sole responsibility of Health Services NSW to ensure inmates are properly assessed and treated. However, Corrections is currently managing mental health risks themselves, often relying on staff from two agencies.

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