Walk-in mental health centres to open in banks and libraries across England
Government plans network of nearly 200 specialist services to help those facing mental health crises.
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"Nobody should be left to struggle with their mental health alone. But every day, thousands of people are waiting months for help, then finding the only door open to them is a busy A&E."
— Andy Burnham , Politician
"This must now be backed up by investment, most crucially in the workforce needed to provide effective mental health care."
— Andy Bell , Executive
"More services closer to people's homes are a crucial step towards more humane care."
— Stephen Jones , Executive
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Government plans network of nearly 200 specialist services to help those facing mental health crises.
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