ANNUAL SPECIAL REPORT 2018 55 In conclusion, the NPM considers that it is imperative to expedite the termination of operation of the Psychiatric Hospital of Tripolis and its transfer to the Psychiatric Clinic of the Panarkadikon General Hospital, as the living and hospitalisation conditions in the existing structures are not only an insult to the dignity of patients, but also endanger their security. Having this in mind, the staff of the clinic should be bolstered with properly-skilled personnel, mainly psychiatrists, psychologists and social workers, as well as nursing staff. The NPM is committed to monitoring and assisting developments in this direction. 5.e. Findings about the procedure of involuntary medical examination Law 2071/1992 states that, during the forced examination procedure "the transfer shall be carried out under conditions ensuring respect for the personality and dignity of the patient". However, as pointed out25 since 2007, as a general rule, the execution of the public prosecutor's decision is entrusted to local police stations. The examination of relevant petitions revealed that several times the transferees were restrained with handcuffs, a measure that is disproportionate even for persons arrested without resisting, and much more so for patients who allegedly require medical attention. The Ombudsman notes that those transferred for examination must be treated with respect for their human dignity. 5.f. Legislative developments In June 2018, the Working Group established by decision A1b / MD31142 / 9.5.2017 of the Minister of Health for the "drafting of a law to update the institutional framework of involuntary hospitalisation (Article 95 of Law 2071/1992) and to develop the necessary safeguards to reduce involuntary hospitalisation", with the participation of a representative of the Ombudsman, completed and delivered its work. The draft law26 included, inter alia, the following: • the notion of risk is eliminated as a condition for the imposition of involuntary psychiatric hospitalisation, • for the first time, special provision is made for minors allegedly in need of involuntary psychiatric care, as well as for home psychiatric examination by the Community Mental Health Unit, 25 The Greek Ombudsman, Special Report “Involuntarily Psychiatric Treatment” https://www.synigoros.gr/resources/docs/206391.pdf 26 Already under public consultation: http://www.opengov.gr/yyka/?p=2832