Psychiatrist backs claims of mental health ‘crisis’ at Northward prison
A local psychiatrist has backed claims that the prison system is facing a mental health crisis with almost a third of Northward inmates getting psychiatric treatment.
Dr. Marc Lockhart, a senior consultant psychiatrist, said he backed the Human Rights Commission (HRC) view that there was a crisis at Northward, the adult male prison, where 30% of inmates are under treatment for mental health problems and on prescription drugs. For a more complete summary of the story, please see the below link:
Published on: Aug 03, 2025 01:19 PM