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  • 17 Jul / 25

    Responding to 24/7 Neighbourhood Mental Health Centre

    Mental health is not just a health issue, but a social one.  That’s why we welcome the opening of the first 24/7 Neighbourhood Mental Health Centre, with five more to follow this year. Social approach to mental health We’re pleased that the centres will offer community-focused support to people with mental health needs, including advice […]

  • 15 Jul / 25

    Responding to ADASS Spring Survey

    We will not fix healthcare unless we fix social care too. The results from Association of Directors of Adult Social Services (ADASS) Spring Survey shows how investment in social care is needed now more than ever. Shift to community With the lowest percent of the adult social care budget being spent on prevention since 2021/22, […]

  • 3 Jul / 25

    Responding to 10 Year Health Plan

    The 10-year health plan sets out important ambitions – but without workforce investment it won’t deliver. We welcome the priorities set out in the 10-year health plan. Shifting care into the community with Neighbourhood Health Services, focusing on prevention, and tackling the root causes of ill health are the right areas of focus, especially when […]

  • 2 Jul / 25

    Responding to Welfare Reform Bill

    Welfare reform should strengthen the safety net, not pull it away from those who need it most. We’re relieved that the changes made to the welfare reform bill will protect people who are currently receiving support, and allow time for more consultation and consideration on Personal Independence Payments. But we remain concerned about what happens […]

  • 1 Jul / 25

    2022 Cohort Graduation

    We want to wish our 2022 cohort a massive congratulations for having graduated last week. This marks the end of their time on the programme with us, but only the start of their careers as mental health social workers. We’re incredibly proud of the hard work and dedication they’ve put into their training and studies […]

  • 26 Jun / 25

    Responding to Adult Psychiatric Morbidity Survey

    Poor mental health is increasing in the UK – the government must act now. The newest data from the Adult Psychiatric Morbidity Survey shows a worrying increase of people experiencing mental health conditions, at a time when mental health services and practitioners are already being pushed to their limits. Investment in the workforce Everyone with mental […]

  • 11 Jun / 25
    News

    Responding to Spending Review

    Today’s Spending Review gives us a crucial insight into what the government’s priorities really are – but we want to see more done to ensure mental health gets the urgent attention it needs. Impact on people with mental health needs We welcome the investment in the NHS and the expansion of mental health support in […]

  • 21 May / 25
    News

    Responding to Community Care poll

    We have been heartened by the response and support we’ve had from many in the sector and from our partner organisations over the last few weeks, following the news that the Department of Health and Social Care will not continue funding our programme beyond our 2025 intake. We are incredibly proud of what we have […]

  • 30 Apr / 25
    News

    News about Think Ahead’s future funding

    We’re sad to share news that the Department of Health and Social Care has decided not to continue funding the Think Ahead programme for the 2026 Cohort and beyond. Our 2025 Cohort – due to start this summer – will go ahead as planned. We are extremely disappointed with this decision. The Think Ahead programme […]

  • 24 Apr / 25
    Expert insight

    Think Ahead gives evidence to Health and Social Care Committee on community mental health services 

    This week, we gave evidence to the Health and Social Care Select Committee as part of our ongoing inquiry into community mental health services. Our External Relations Director Penny East appeared alongside Stephen Parker from Turning Point and Duncan Tree from the Association of Mental Health Providers. Importance of a social approach We train social […]

  • 1 Apr / 25

    Recovery is more than medicine

    Mental health needs aren’t just medical conditions, and supporting people doesn’t just mean treating their symptoms. Many people with mental health needs also need support with housing, benefits and employment. Mental health social workers like Chloe can support people with these social issues, and provide vital support in ways other professionals can’t. Chloe was part […]

  • 18 Mar / 25
    Expert insight

    Social work matters – our case for investment

    Social work matters – but it’s continuously undervalued and overlooked by policy makers. This World Social Work Day we’re launching our Social Work Matters campaign to ensure that everyone with severe mental illness has access to a mental health social worker. We welcome the government’s commitment to investment in frontline roles but want to be sure […]