Six members of staff at a mental health unit have been suspended by the health board.
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) have launched a probe into the Bryn Hesketh unit at Colwyn Bay hospital, which is an Older People's Mental Health Unit.
The investigation comes after a concern was raised with BCUHB, which is currently in special measures.
The health board said in a statement the staff suspensions were a "neutral act" following "a concern" with the unit being raised.
Colwyn Bay community hospital has 42 inpatient beds.
A spokesperson for Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board said: "We have robust systems and processes in place to monitor the quality and safety of the care being provided at all of our mental health services.
"If a concern is raised by a member of staff there will be an immediate response and it will be escalated as appropriate.
“Last week, a concern relating to one of our Older People’s Mental Health units, Bryn Hesketh in Colwyn Bay, was raised. It was escalated to the Mental Health and Learning Disabilities management team on the day it was reported.
“We have followed the Safeguarding Process in line with All Wales Guidance and made a referral to Conwy Local Authority. To strengthen our processes further, we have secured the services of an independent external investigations officer.
“The investigation involves six members of staff, who, in line with procedure, have been suspended. It is important to stress that this is a neutral act.
“We are not able to share any further details about this matter while the investigation is underway.”
see-http://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/six-colwyn-bay-mental-health-11978641
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