The Bradley Report and the Government's Response

The implications for mental health services for offenders

The Bradley Report made 82 recommendations to improve the treatment of people with mental health problems and people with learning disabilities in the criminal justice system.

The Government's response accepted almost all of the recommendations in full or in principle.

This briefing paper examines the Bradley Report and the Government's response in terms of the mental health of offenders. It is our assessment of and response to the recommendations made in the report.