The Mental Health Act is changing to give patients a greater say over their care and to improve their experiences, whilst protecting them, staff and the general public. But how is it changing? In this explainer post, we’ll answer some …
The government is dedicated to improving the nation’s mental health and wellbeing, particularly for people who experience worse outcomes than the general population. This is how we are transforming mental health services in England. How is the government investing in …
The government has launched a call for evidence to inform its landmark Major Conditions Strategy to tackle the main causes of ill-health, ensure care is patient-focused and relieve stress on the health and care system. This call for evidence seeks views …
*Updated 04 April 2023* We have set out measures to support people who receive care, and staff and providers of care. This includes the publication of a refreshed plan to further digitise the social care sector and bolster the workforce, and …
Self-harm is a complex issue. There is no single reason why people choose to self-harm, or a single way to treat it. It is vital that we reduce stigma surrounding issues such as self-harm so that people feel able …
Today, Time to Change launch their new five year campaign “In Your Corner,” raising awareness for men’s mental health and urging friends to help one another.
More mental health professionals will be posted in accident and emergency departments as part of new Government plans to reduce deaths through suicide. A £247 million investment in mental health liaison services will see trained psychiatrists and counsellors made available …
Today the Department of Health announced the 52 successful bidders for a £25m housing and technology fund to improve the lives of people with learning disabilities. Gloucestershire council successfully bid for £1.8m to be used for three projects. Karen, parent carer representative …
The CQC has today published its State of Care report, an annual assessment of the quality of health and adult social care in England.
An additional £12million will be spent over the next two years to expand services that make mental health assessments available for people when they are first arrested.
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