Mental Health Bill returns to parliament
As the Mental Health Bill returns to parliament, we outline some urgent recommendations for amendments. Of particular concern is the omission of a statutory race equality framework.
Type: News
Mental health in all policies: time for a mental health policy test
Laura Shields-Zeeman from the Trimbos Institute, the Netherlands, and Andy Bell consider the benefits of a mental health policy test, and what this could look like in practice.
Type: Blog
Ten-year health plan misses the mark for mental health
We’ve responded to the Government’s ten-year health plan, calling for a more ambitious vision to transform the nation’s mental health
Type: News
Our response to the ‘Pathways to Work’ green paper consultation
We’ve responded to the Government’s green paper on social security, setting out the evidence about what changes could mean for mental health.
Type: News
A broken safety net? Social security and mental health
Andy sets out the profound and dangerous impact that the Government’s social security reforms could have on people’s mental health.
Type: Blog
Exercising our right to vote: how do we overcome the barriers?
Thea unpacks new research about what prevents people with mental health difficulties from voting and how to break down these barriers.
Type: Blog
A fundamental right
Barriers and facilitators to voting and registration for people with mental health difficulties
Type: Publication
Navigating the Mental Health Bill: Key themes from Committee Stage
Zainab outlines the key issues raised in the House of Lords debate on reform to the Mental Health Act.
Type: Blog
The commercial determinants of mental health
This briefing explores how business practices can influence the public’s mental health and how to mitigate the risks they pose.
Type: Publication
Mental Wellbeing Impact Assessments: Ensuring government policy supports good mental health
Tony Coggins explains how mental health policy tests can guide policymakers to support mentally healthier communities.
Type: Blog