News release: 30 June 2008
In response to the launch of Lord Darzi’s NHS Next Stage Review Final Report, Dr Andrew McCulloch, Chief Executive of the Mental Health Foundation, said:
“Darzi’s report represents a welcome opportunity to make mental health a priority for the NHS at all levels. The fact that the new NHS constitution refers explicitly to its role in keeping people both physically and mentally well is particularly encouraging.
The emphasis on prevention and promotion work around mental health and the introduction of integrated return to work initiatives are hopeful signs that the NHS can be made to work alongside other agencies for everybody’s mental health. However, the current tiny amount invested in mental health promotion will need to be dramatically increased in order to realise Darzi’s vision.” *
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*Investment in adult mental health promotion has dropped from £6 million to £2 million in the past 5 years – 0.1% of adult mental health investment (The 2006 / 07 National Survey of Investment in Mental Health Services)
For further information, please contact the press office team on 020 7803 1130/28/26.
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