Universal basic income: myths, money and mental health
Economist Frederico Cardoso explains the difference a universal basic income could make to people’s mental health, financial concerns and quality of life
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Planting trees: Pursuing a long-term vision for mental health
Andy Bell explains how we can ‘plant trees’ and implement policies today that can improve public mental health in the long run.
Prison mental health services in England, 2023
Prison & Young Offender Institution Mental Health Needs Analysis
Mentally Healthier Council Areas
Manifesto ideas for the 2023 local authority elections
Centre for Mental Health calls on local election candidates to boost mental health for all
We’re calling on all local election candidates to commit to improving mental health for all.
Centre for Mental Health responds to the Budget 2023 and Health and Disability White Paper
How the proposed changes to the benefits system could impact people’s mental health
Centre for Mental Health calls on NHS England to stop punitive practices with people experiencing acute distress
We are disappointed that NHS England is no longer going to publish the report coproduced with the StopSIM Coalition.
Mentally Healthier Councils Network
Our network provides tailored information, events and advice so that every council can draw on the best evidence of what will support better mental health in their local area
Centre for Mental Health launches new council mental health network
The Mentally Healthier Councils Network supports council staff with resources, training and advice to boost the mental health of their local area
Children’s Commissioner’s report reinforces need for urgent changes in children’s mental health services
The Children’s Commissioner’s latest report confirms that major improvements are needed to boost young people’s access to support, the quality of their care and their outcomes