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Open We need a Cabinet Minister for Mental Health immediately.

Created by Anjali Rundle
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This post would work together with the Health Secretary to join up NHS, charities and other existing services, to share knowledge, stop silo working between organisations which wastes money and resource, spearhead new initiatives and push much-needed mental health reforms.

The Prime Minister has previously described mental health as the issue of our times. Reports have suggested that two-thirds of the UK population will suffer from mental ill health in their lifetime. Many children, young people and adults cannot get the care, help and support they need. We believe this MUST be national priority and this area requires specific expertise, focus and dedication that a Health Secretary cannot provide. We feel a Mental Health Minister would provide that total focus to benefit millions who are suffering.

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