Leicestershire Rejects Mental Health Surveillance Tech | Leicester News

Leicester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 22, 2026 · 1m

Leicestershire Partnership Trust has reversed course on using Oxevision, a digital monitoring system for mental health patients, citing privacy concerns, low patient uptake, and no clear benefits — even after switching to an opt-in model. While the tech’s creators tout it as a vital safety tool, critics warn it undermines dignity and psychological recovery. The Information Commissioner’s Office is now investigating the company behind it, and despite Leicestershire’s decision, other trusts like Derbyshire Healthcare are expanding its use — sparking a wider debate on how to balance safety with…