Mental health

Councils support and influence mental health and wellbeing in a myriad of ways. We need to move away from just focusing on mental illness to helping everyone stay mentally well. This means overhauling our attitudes and approach to mental health and mental health services, increasing investment in prevention, early intervention and life-time support.

Case Studies

Lambeth: alliance working to improve transitions for young people

Sefton: responding to transitions through early intervention

Salford: place-based centres with easy access for young people and their families

News

LGA responds to Health Education England report on mental health workforce

LGA responds to latest suicide statistics and reports

LGA responds to latest suicides statistics

Publications

Must know: Is your council doing all it can to improve mental health?

Supporting children and young people with their mental health and emotional well...

A whole household approach to young people’s mental health: A ‘must know’ guide ...

Must know: suicide prevention

Briefings, responses, legislation & guides