Suicide prevention projects are ‘lifeline’
The ending of funding for suicide prevention projects could have “life or death consequences” in some areas, the LGA has warned.
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Rising demand for mental health services
Millions of people with mental health needs are still not accessing services, with some facing lengthy waits for treatment, says a recent report from the National Audit Office.
Teachers ‘lack training to support pupils’ mental health’
A recent survey for the charity, the Early Intervention Foundation (EIF), has found that more teachers are seeing anxious pupils and the worsening of existing mental health problems, compared with just one year ago.
Surge in children with mental health problems
The LGA has warned of a rise in the number of children with mental health problems seen by social workers, which has surged by a quarter since before the coronavirus pandemic.
‘Rocket boost’ in funding needed to tackle children’s mental health
Damage to children’s mental health caused by the coronavirus crisis could last for years without a “rocket boost in funding” for children’s mental health services, the Children’s Commissioner for England has warned.
Mental health reforms ‘must ensure funding’
‘Landmark’ reforms of mental health laws must also ensure ongoing funding for councils’ mental health services, the LGA has said.
Supporting mental health and wellbeing
Councils have had to find innovative ways to support and promote children and young people’s emotional wellbeing during the pandemic.