A Welsh Assembly Government strategy designed to reduce suicide and self-harm has been broadly welcomed by the mental health sector.
Welsh Government’s suicide reduction plan welcomed
Assembly Government defends NHS mental health beds cut
The Welsh Assembly Government has responded to criticism it received following the announcement that the number of NHS beds in Wales was cut by 229 last year.
New Employment and Support Allowance criticised by mental health charities
Mental health charities have greeted changes to the new system of sickness benefit, which were introduced this week, with caution.
Report highlights communication problems between mental health services and young people
A report by The University of Manchester has highlighted major communication problems between mental health services and suicidal young people in the UK.
Edwina Hart outlines mental health spending plans
Health and Social Services Minister Edwina Hart has outlined her mental health service spending for the next two years.
Hart’s announcement follows last week’s draft budget which saw the announcement of increased funding for health and social services as part of the Welsh Assembly Government’s One Wales commitments.
Gwynedd Council Social Services reviewed
A report published by the Care and Social Services Inspectorate Wales has stated that Gwynedd Council needs to make further progress in developing modern social services that help vulnerable people lead full and independent lives.
Anti-stigma campaign exhibition launched to mark World Mental Health Day
A unique photography exhibition showcasing the creative work of mental health service users, carers and members of the public has been held to mark World Mental Health Day (WMHD).
Hart rejects all Wales mental-health organisation
Health Minister Edwina Hart has rejected setting up a single all-Wales mental health organisation as suggested in Professor Michael Williams’ paper Iechyd Meddwl Cymru.
Housing implications of new Mental Capacity Act explained
A new information resource published by the Care Services Improvement Partnership (CSIP) aims to clear up any confusion about how new legislation under the Mental Capacity Act will affect people living in supported accommodation…
Jonathan Morgan welcomes mental health benefits of Assembly Government’s school nursing plan
Shadow Health Minister Jonathan Morgan says the Welsh Assembly Government’s aim of one family nurse per secondary school could aid the early detection of mental health problems amongst the young.