This petition was submitted during the 2015-2017 parliament
Rejected petition Acknowledge emotional support animals as service dogs in the UK.
In the USA, emotional support animals are a growing practice, with many mental health patients able to survive without the worries of medical bills and therapy sessions. Bringing this to the UK would potentially alleviate the pressure on our mental health system, and allow patients' independence.
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According to research, mental health issues in the UK are steadily rising, with mental health services struggling to keep up with the demand, meaning that increasing numbers of people are forced to wait months for support which often needs to be revisited at a later date. An emotional support animal can provide long-term support and will cost the NHS less to support.
http://www.theguardian.com/society/2015/oct/23/mental-health-act-detentions-rise-10
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