What do the parties’ election manifestos tell us about the prospects for mental health in the next Parliament?
We delve deeper into the policies outlined in party manifestos and what they might mean for the future of mental health in the UK.
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Being asexual and the road to pride
A guest writer reflects on coming out as asexual, struggles with acceptance and invisibility, and hope for a future beyond labels and explanations.
Centre for Mental Health responds to Labour General Election 2024 manifesto
We’ve responded to the Labour general election manifesto, including pledges to modernise the Mental Health Act, expand the mental health workforce and invest in early support hubs.
Supporting health systems
We’re here to support systems to make evidence-informed decisions about their local priorities for mental health
Centre for Mental Health responds to Conservative General Election 2024 manifesto
We’ve responded to the Conservative general election manifesto, including pledges to reform the Mental Health Act, expand talking therapies and boost Individual Placement and Support (IPS) services.
Centre for Mental Health responds to Liberal Democrats’ General Election 2024 manifesto
We’ve responded to the Liberal Democrats’ General Election manifesto, including commitments to modernise the Mental Health Act, expand early support hubs and establish a Mental Health Commissioner.
Your voting rights
This short guide provides practical tips and information on how to exercise your voting rights.
Why transphobia in public debate is putting people’s mental health at risk
Andy details what steps need to be taken to ensure that trans people are able to live equal, rightful lives.
Talking trauma: trying to be heard over toxic trauma rhetoric
Callum Young explains how unhelpful the way we talk about trauma as a society is, and outlines how we can foster more constructive conversations about trauma.
Podcast: Thahmina Begum
Leeds-based artist and art psychotherapist, Thahmina Begum talks about how she uses art to help communities process racial and intergenerational trauma.