ALT A formal letter addressed to the Secretary of State, dated 13 November 2024, from a coalition of mental health charities. The letter expresses concerns about the declining mental health of the nation and the increasing difficulty for people to access NHS mental health support. It emphasizes that without immediate action, there is a risk of further decline in the nation’s mental health, potentially leaving behind a generation. The letter discusses the urgent need for a robust, future-ready NHS and calls for the integration of mental health considerations into the government’s 10-Year Health Plan.

ALT The second page of a formal letter to the Secretary of State continues from the first page, highlighting the profound effects of poor mental health on various demographics, including children, young people, and people with severe mental illnesses. It notes statistics about mental health access issues and the stigma faced by those with mental health problems. The letter advocates for a cross-government mental health plan that addresses factors beyond healthcare, like income stability, employment, and secure housing, which contribute to good mental health.

ALT The final page of a formal letter to the Secretary of State from several mental health charities. The letter urges the government to show leadership, vision, and investment to create a mentally healthier nation. The letter concludes with a list of signatories, including Dr. Sarah Hughes (Mind), Sheridan Hammond (Federation Leaders Group), and representatives from Centre for Mental Health, Rethink Mental Illness, Mental Health UK, and other notable mental health organizations. The signatories express their readiness to collaborate with the government to address the mental health crisis.