4 October 2017
Centre for Mental Health welcomes independent review of Mental Health Act
The Centre responds to Theresa May’s announcement
27 September 2017
Community and inpatient mental health services in England and Wales up to 2016
Acute mental health inpatient beds fell by 15% between 2012/13 and 2015/16m, while specialist community mental health services also reduced by about 6%
19 September 2017
Call to make the mental health workforce fit for the future as pressure on services rises
A “radical reform” of mental health services is needed
10 September 2017
New figures released on deaths by suicide in 2016
Figures indicate a small decrease, but it remains the most common cause of death for men aged 20-49
10 September 2017
Observer letters: Centre for Mental Health and Howard League call for urgent action to prevent further loss of life in prisons
This World Suicide Prevention Day, we’re calling on Government to take urgent action to prevent further loss of life.
5 September 2017
Mental health problems at work cost UK economy £34.9bn last year, says Centre for Mental Health
Mental health problems in the UK workforce cost almost £35 billion last year, according to our new research
20 July 2017
CQC report shows need for focus on people with long term mental health needs
We respond to the CQC’s report highlighting that too many people are in locked rehabilitation wards away from home
19 July 2017
New £1.5 million programme supporting young Londoners with mental health issues into work
A £1.5million programme designed to open up a wealth of employment opportunities for young Londoners with mental health conditions has been announced.
14 July 2017
Our response to Government’s 2017 drug strategy
We welcome the Government’s recognition of the harm related to drug use, particularly New Psychoactive Substances, among vulnerable prisoners.
13 July 2017
Our response to new research on suicide deaths among young people
It is vital that we understand the causes of suicide and take action in schools, colleges and communities to prevent tragedies whenever possible.
5 July 2017
Birmingham community projects boost young African Caribbean men’s wellbeing, says new Centre for Mental Health report
We evaluated projects working to improve young black men’s mental health
29 June 2017
Andy Bell awarded President’s Medal for outstanding services for all with mental health conditions
We are delighted and proud that he has been awarded this special recognition by the Royal College of Psychiatrists.