18/05/2026
At the end of last week, the Government announced a new 10 year mental health strategy in England, aimed at driving a shift from crisis intervention to preventative care. This is a welcome development and an excellent opportunity to turn the tide on mental health care in England.
The government has to get this right.
The cross-government strategy must address the conditions shaping mental health: poverty, inequality, discrimination, housing, environment, and much more. The strategy must deliver joined-up support, improved access to care, and timely interventions for all those who need help.
It must recognise that populations with unique needs, including university students, benefit from tailored support and interventions, and set out to make such support commonplace.
A better future for mental health is possible: this is our chance to make it a reality.