Mental health services in the UK in 2025: what the latest NHS Benchmarking survey tells us
Andy dives into the latest data on mental health services across the UK, gathered by NHS Benchmarking Network.
Type: Blog
Our impact
We’re working to build a mentally healthier future for all. Here’s a snapshot of our impact in 2025
Type: Page
‘Life being stressful is not an illness’ – why this BBC headline misses the point
Lisa McNally writes on the dangers of narratives that minimise mental health difficulties, when the evidence clearly shows they are on the rise.
Type: Blog
Youth Matters: A new national strategy and a critical moment for young people’s mental health
Kadra examines the details of the new national youth strategy for England, launched today.
Type: Blog
Mentally Healthier Councils Network webinar
Join our webinar exploring how to embed mental health as a core priority in all council strategies, policies, and operations.
Type: Page
Mental health support in prisons must recognise the impact of childhood trauma, says Centre for Mental Health
Our new report finds that support that recognises the trauma that most people in prison have experienced is critical to improving mental health and rehabilitation.
Type: News
Dealt an ACE
Our evaluation of a casework initiative which supported young men in prison who have experienced significant trauma.
Type: Publication
From Royal Assent to real life: what next for the Mental Health Bill
With the Mental Health Bill on the verge of becoming law, Andy breaks down the key points and looks ahead to the potential roadmap for implementation.
Type: Blog
Equally Well UK webinar: Metformin in psychosis for weight gain prevention
(METRIC trial) Date: Thursday 22nd January 2026Time: 2.30pm – 3.30pmDelivered: MS Teams (joining details will be sent upon sign up) Equally Well UK invites you to an online event in collaboration with Pennine Care Trust. A new trial (METRIC trial) is investigating the clinical and cost effectiveness of adding metformin to usual care, versus placebo
Type: Page
Child poverty strategy must look longer term to protect children’s mental health
The Government’s Child Poverty Strategy has the potential to dramatically improve mental health but falls short of being a long-term solution to a systemic problem.
Type: News