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We know that one strength of parliament is that it the legislative process provides for substantial scrutiny and debate of bills before they become a law. Here is an example of the Victorian Parliament actively seeking consultation with the public before legislating.

The Minister for Health has asked members of the public (including carers and workers in the industry) to look at a draft revision of the Mental Health Act (1986) and to make submissions on the proposed legislation.

 The Minister is not planning to submit this bill to parliament until after the submission date to ensure  that Victoria's mental health legislation adequately protects human rights.

