Why reversing the rise in mental health inequalities should be in every party manifesto
Bethan explores how critical addressing inequalities is to building a mentally healthier nation.
Type: Blog
Putting prevention of mental ill health on the political agenda
Bethan assesses how mental health can be improved, if we pay more attention to the wider social and environmental determinants of mental health.
Type: Blog
Manifesto ideas for local council elections
From funding early support hubs to providing affordable housing, we’ve set out evidence-based actions local councils can take to create mentally healthier communities.
Type: Page
A Mental Health Commissioner for England
This policy note explores how a Mental Health Commissioner could offer sustained leadership for mental health, drawing on existing examples in other countries.
Type: Publication
On the right track to a mentally healthier nation?
Andy reflects on the ramifications of announcements and assertions at this week’s Conservative Party conference
Type: Blog
A mentally healthier nation
We’re campaigning for policies to improve mental health in the UK to be adopted as part of a 10-year, cross-government mental health strategy.
Type: Publication
Join Centre for Mental Health’s call to prioritise mental health equality and prevention
Ed outlines the ideas we’ve submitted to the Major Conditions Strategy’s call for evidence
Type: Blog
The mental health implications of the Illegal Migration Bill
Psychiatrist Dr Lucia Chaplin highlights the Illegal Migration Bill’s concerning mental health ramifications
Type: Blog
Mentally Healthier Council Areas
Manifesto ideas for the 2023 local authority elections
Type: Publication
A step towards modernising the Mental Health Act
Andy looks at what proposals in the draft Bill would mean in practice for people being treated under the Mental Health Act
Type: Blog