Queensland Mental Health Commission Act 2013
The Queensland Mental Health Commission Act 2013 establishes the Commission as an independent statutory body. It sets out our functions and responsibilities.
The Act guides our role in:
- driving mental health, alcohol and other drug and suicide prevention reform
- providing advice to government
- monitoring and reporting on system performance
- promoting collaboration across sectors
- improving outcomes for Queenslanders.
The Act also establishes the Queensland Mental Health and Drug Advisory Council, which provides independent advice to the Commission on mental health and substance use issues.
Mental Health Act 2016
The Mental Health Act 2016 supports the assessment, treatment and care of people experiencing mental illness.
The Act promotes a recovery-oriented, least restrictive approach while protecting the rights, dignity and wellbeing of people receiving treatment. It also recognises the important role of families, carers and support persons in supporting recovery and wellbeing.
Queensland Health administers the Act and is responsible for its implementation.
Human Rights Act 2019
The Human Rights Act 2019 protects the rights of all Queenslanders in their interactions with public entities.
Human rights are central to our work. The Act supports the dignity, participation and wellbeing of people experiencing mental illness and alcohol and other drug-related harm.
The Queensland Human Rights Commission oversees the Act and handles human rights complaints.
Other legislative obligations
As a Queensland Government statutory body, we comply with legislation that supports good governance, accountability and transparency.
This includes legislation relating to:
- right to information
- public sector ethics and integrity
- financial management and accountability.